Tender

TSAT - Provision of Outsourced Cleaning Service

THINKING SCHOOLS ACADEMY TRUST

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Tender

17 Mar 2026 at 10:15

Summary of the contracting process

The Thinking Schools Academy Trust is seeking tender submissions for the provision of outsourced cleaning services in the United Kingdom, categorised under school cleaning services. This open procurement process, facilitated by PHP Law LLP, invites businesses to submit their interest ahead of the tender deadline on 21st April 2026. The contract is set to commence on 1st September 2026, with potential extensions up to 2031. The procurement stage currently active is the Tender stage, with all submissions required to be in English and submitted electronically as per the open procedure guidelines.

This tender represents an excellent opportunity for service providers specialising in cleaning, particularly those with experience in the education sector. By securing this contract, businesses can expand their portfolio in public-sector cleaning services, enhancing their reputation and providing opportunities for steady financial growth given the contract's significant value of £3,000,000. The procurement emphasises quality criteria such as contract management and sustainability, making it ideal for businesses that prioritise high standards and efficient service delivery. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to apply, with the provision to expand services should additional schools be added to the contract.

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Notice Title

TSAT - Provision of Outsourced Cleaning Service

Notice Description

This tender opportunity has been issued by Thinking Schools Academy Trust ("the Trust") Tenderers are invited to tender for the provision of an outsourced cleaning service ("the Service"). Full details of all contract requirements are given in this document - Document 2a. Specification of Requirement and Document 2b. Output Specification. The contract is to include daily cleaning and out of term deep cleaning, for spaces including but not limited to teaching, office, circulation, and washroom spaces. The Contractor shall provide all labour, consumables, goods and materials, required to provide the cleaning service as determined by the specification, tender and contract documentation.

Lot Information

Lot LOT-0000

Options: The Contractor shall note the following specific contract options relevant to this procurement: Additional schools being added to the Contract The cleaning operating model or cleaning hours may need to be adjusted to continue to deliver the service. Additional activities or services may be required of the Tenderer which an additional payment will be agreed by the Tenderer and the Trust.

Renewal: Option of 2 further 1 year extensions (3+1+1)

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-066bd0
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023864-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

90919300 - School cleaning services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£3,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£3,000,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Mar 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
21 Apr 20265 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Sep 2026 - 31 Aug 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
2031-03-13

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THINKING SCHOOLS ACADEMY TRUST
Additional Buyers

PHP LAW LLP

Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
TOTNES
Postcode
TQ9 5RW
Post Town
Torquay
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ41 Medway
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Medway
Electoral Ward
Chatham Central & Brompton
Westminster Constituency
Chatham and Aylesford

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