Planning

Invitation to Tender for Cleaning Services Contract (Framework Agreement) at Washwood Heath MAT

WASHWOOD HEATH MULTI ACADEMY TRUST

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Planning

10 Apr 2026 at 13:15

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Washwood Heath Multi Academy Trust (MAT) in Birmingham has announced a planned procurement process to outsource cleaning services across its seven academies, following a shift from in-house services. The tender, titled "Invitation to Tender for Cleaning Services Contract (Framework Agreement) at Washwood Heath MAT," falls under the industry category of school cleaning services. Key locations for this service include several primary and secondary schools in East Birmingham, UK region UKG31. This process is currently in the planning stage, with a contract start date anticipated for mid-August 2026. Potential bidders should note upcoming dates, including site visits on 22nd and 23rd April 2026, a bid deadline by 7th May 2026, and subsequent presentation sessions in early June. The procurement method specified is an open procedure.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specializing in cleaning services, particularly those with a framework agreement structure. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate. The expected scope for this contract is promising for securing long-term engagement, with potential for renewal and extension up to July 2031. The inclusion of a new primary academy joining the trust further amplifies the growth potential for successful bidders, especially as Washwood Heath MAT expands its educational network within the community. Businesses with a robust service offering in school environments will be well-positioned to thrive in this specific marketplace.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Invitation to Tender for Cleaning Services Contract (Framework Agreement) at Washwood Heath MAT

Notice Description

Washwood Heath MAT are a family of seven academies in East Birmingham committed to providing the very best for young people, their families and their communities. They currently run cleaning services in house and are looking to outsource for an August 2026 start. There is potential for growth, with a further large Primary Academy (600+ on roll) due to join the Trust in 2026-27. The Academies involved in this process are: Primaries: - Brownmead Academy, B34 6SS - Firs Primary School, B36 8LL - Gossey Lane Academy, B33 0DS - Topcliffe School, B35 6BS Secondaries: - Saltley Academy, B9 5RX - Tile Cross Academy, B33 9UF All through: - Washwood Heath Academy, B8 2AS Key dates include: Contractor Site Visits- 22nd & 23rd April 2026 (all schools) Bid Deadline- Thurs 7th May 2026 4pm Shortlisting- W/C 18th May, day TBC Presentations - W/C 1st June 2026- day TBC Contract Start Date- Mid Aug 2026- date TBC

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-068018
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032867-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Apr 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
14 Apr 20262 days to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Jul 2026 - 31 Jul 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WASHWOOD HEATH MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
Additional Buyers

RED BOX CONSULTANCY SERVICES LIMITED

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B8 2AS
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE2 North Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE22 North Yorkshire
Delivery Location
TLG31 Birmingham
Local Authority
North Yorkshire
Electoral Ward
Stray, Woodlands & Hookstone
Westminster Constituency
Harrogate and Knaresborough

Further Information

Notice Documents

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