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Invitation to Tender (ITT-0001-2026): Cleaning Contract - Public Conveniences on behalf of St Ives Town Council, Cornwall.

ST IVES TOWN COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

St Ives Town Council, a public authority in Cornwall, United Kingdom, has initiated a tender process for a cleaning contract concerning public conveniences across nine sites within the parish. This service-focused tender invites suitably qualified contractors to manage cleaning operations, which cater for seasonal variations and a high influx of visitors, particularly during peak seasons approximating 200,000 annual visits. The tender is currently in the stage of updates, with the final submission deadline set for 1 May 2026. Prospective contractors have until 19 April 2026 to submit enquiries. The procurement follows an open procedure method under the legal guidance of UKPGA 2023/54, with the contract term running from 7 September 2026 to 6 September 2028, potentially extending up to 2031 based on supplier performance and need, with a budget range of £800k to £900k, exclusive of VAT.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in accommodation, building, and window cleaning services, aligning with CPV classification 90911000. Given the sizeable budget and comprehensive scope, small and medium enterprises particularly capable of delivering high-quality services, maintaining social value, and demonstrating competitive pricing are well-positioned to benefit. The contract offers annual extensions dependant on ongoing needs and satisfactory contractor performance, presenting continuous growth opportunities. With clearly defined quality and price award criteria, companies skilled in adapting to an evolving service landscape and maintaining rigorous standards will find this tender a promising avenue to establish or expand their logistics in the region.

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Notice Title

Invitation to Tender (ITT-0001-2026): Cleaning Contract - Public Conveniences on behalf of St Ives Town Council, Cornwall.

Notice Description

St Ives is a busy seaside town in the far South West of England. The Council is seeking suitably qualified and skilled cleaning contractors to deliver a cleaning service across nine sites and facilities within the parish. The majority of the sites are open all year round, but with some seasonal variation. During the high season, sites must be open and clean daily as up to 200,000 visits take place annually across the sites. The approximate overall budget range for the tender is estimated to be between PS800k and PS900k (exc. VAT) for the whole term (including extensions) - although it will be for suppliers to assess based on the information provide. Full details can be found in the accompanying tender pack with this notice.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Options: Annual extensions based on supplier performance and ongoing / continuing need along with variations in line with additional sites or reduction of sites as future needs dictate for services in scope of the contract.

Renewal: Based on supplier performance and ongoing / continuing need.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-067866
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029358-2026
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

90911000 - Accommodation, building and window cleaning services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£900,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£900,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Mar 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
1 May 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
6 Sep 2026 - 6 Sep 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ST IVES TOWN COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
ST. IVES CORNWALL
Postcode
TR26 2DS
Post Town
Truro
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK3 Cornwall and Isles of Scilly
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK30 Cornwall and Isles of Scilly
Delivery Location
TLK30 Cornwall and Isles of Scilly

Local Authority
Cornwall
Electoral Ward
St Ives East, Lelant & Carbis Bay
Westminster Constituency
St Ives

Further Information

Notice Documents

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