Planning

Toilet Cleansing in Parks & Public Spaces -Soft Market Testing

CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER COUNCIL

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Planning

16 Apr 2026 at 12:42

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The upcoming procurement process initiated by Cheshire West and Chester Council focuses on providing cleaning and sanitation services in parks and public spaces, titled "Toilet Cleansing in Parks & Public Spaces - Soft Market Testing". This tender, set in the planning stage, invites engagement until 8 May 2026 as detailed on The Chest. The services fall under the industry category of cleaning and sanitation, with the procurement covering locations within the UKD6 region. Scheduled to commence on 1 April 2027, this planning-phase tender presents a substantial opportunity for service providers, governed by the legal framework UKPGA 2023/54.

This tender opens new avenues for businesses specialising in cleaning and sanitation services, particularly those suited to provide efficient solutions for public environments. It is designed to attract interest from SMEs and VCSEs looking to enhance their market presence by aligning with a sub-central government authority. As the opportunity exceeds typical thresholds, it signifies potential scale and long-term engagement, spanning until 31 March 2030, thus offering considerable potential for business growth. Cheshire West and Chester Council’s procurement objectives promise to foster competitive participation in improving community public spaces, making ideal candidates those with robust service capabilities and local operational knowledge.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Toilet Cleansing in Parks & Public Spaces -Soft Market Testing

Notice Description

Toilet Cleansing in Parks & Public Spaces -Soft Market Testing Please visit The Chest for full details www.the-chest.org.uk

Planning Information

Please visit The Chest for full details www.the-chest.org.uk

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06843a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034710-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

CPV Codes

90900000 - Cleaning and sanitation services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
8 May 20262 weeks to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2027 - 31 Mar 2030 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
ELLESMERE PORT
Postcode
CH65 0BA
Post Town
Chester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD6 Cheshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD63 Cheshire West and Chester
Delivery Location
TLD6 Cheshire
Local Authority
Cheshire West and Chester
Electoral Ward
Central & Grange
Westminster Constituency
Ellesmere Port and Bromborough

Further Information

Notice Documents

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