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17 Apr 2026 at 09:06

Summary of the contracting process

The tender process initiated by Garth Hill College in collaboration with Minerva Procurement Consultancy Services Limited seeks providers for school cleaning services across Berkshire under the project titled "A Collaboration of Berkshire Schools - Cleaning Services II". This procurement, classified within the "School cleaning services" category, is being conducted in Bracknell, United Kingdom. The process follows a competitive flexible procedure with selective procurement, consisting of evaluation stages including a Procurement Specific Questionnaire followed by an Invitation to Tender. Key dates include the contract commencement on 01 November 2026 for The Colleton Primary School and The Federation of Robert Piggott Schools, with Garth Hill College starting on 01 April 2027. The expression of interest deadline is set for 15 May 2026, with the award expected by 22 September 2026. The total contract value is estimated at £2,430,000 with potential renewals extending up to 2032.

This tender offers significant business growth opportunities for cleaning service providers, particularly those experienced in educational premises and familiar with TUPE regulations. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) showing strong quality service with competitive pricing stand to gain, as the selection prioritises these criteria. The contract spans three years with potential extensions, offering a stable long-term engagement. Businesses skilled in flexible contracting processes may be well-positioned to succeed, as the procedure includes various stages demanding strategic presentations and assessments. The collaborative nature of the tender fosters network opportunities across Berkshire's educational institutions, enhancing both exposure and business relations.

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Notice Title

A Collaboration of Berkshire Schools - Cleaning Services II

Notice Description

A Collaboration of Berkshire Schools are currently out to tender for the provision of a full daily cleaning service. The contract is being offered for three years with the option to extend for a further two periods of 12 months. The contract commencement date at The Colleton Primary School and The Federation of Robert Piggott Infant and Junior Schools is 01 November 2026 and for Garth Hill College at is 01 April 2027. The contract is for a full daily cleaning service during term time and periodic cleaning outside of term time. TUPE is expected to apply, details of which can be found in the tender documentation.

Lot Information

Lot1 - The Colleton Primary School - Cleaning Services

A Collaboration of Berkshire Schools are currently out to tender for the provision of a full daily cleaning service. The contract is being offered for three years with the option to extend for a further two periods of 12 months. The contract commencement date at The Colleton Primary School is 01 November 2026. The contract is for a full daily cleaning service during term time and periodic cleaning outside of term time. TUPE is expected to apply, details of which can be found in the tender documentation.

Options: The duration detailed above includes the initial term of 3 years as well as the 2 optional contract extension periods of 12 months each.

Renewal: The duration detailed above includes the initial term of 3 years as well as the 2 optional contract extension periods of 12 months each.

Lot2 - The Federation of Robert Piggott Infant and Junior School - Cleaning Services

A Collaboration of Berkshire Schools are currently out to tender for the provision of a full daily cleaning service. The contract is being offered for three years with the option to extend for a further two periods of 12 months. The contract commencement date at The Federation of Robert Piggott Infant and Junior Schools is 01 November 2026. The contract is for a full daily cleaning service during term time and periodic cleaning outside of term time. TUPE is expected to apply, details of which can be found in the tender documentation.

Options: The duration detailed above includes the initial term of 3 years as well as the 2 optional contract extension periods of 12 months each.

Renewal: The duration detailed above includes the initial term of 3 years as well as the 2 optional contract extension periods of 12 months each.

Lot3 - Garth Hill College - Cleaning Services

A Collaboration of Berkshire Schools are currently out to tender for the provision of a full daily cleaning service. The contract is being offered for three years with the option to extend for a further two periods of 12 months. The contract commencement date at Garth Hill College is 01 April 2027. The contract is for a full daily cleaning service during term time and periodic cleaning outside of term time. TUPE is expected to apply, details of which can be found in the tender documentation.

Options: The duration detailed above includes the initial term of 3 years as well as the 2 optional contract extension periods of 12 months each.

Renewal: The duration detailed above includes the initial term of 3 years as well as the 2 optional contract extension periods of 12 months each.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0684be
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034957-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible 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
£2,025,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£2,025,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Apr 20264 months ago
Submission Deadline
1 May 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Apr 2027 - 31 Mar 2030 3-4 years
Recurrence
2028-04-17

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Garth Hill College
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BRACKNELL
Postcode
RG42 2AD
Postcode Area
Reading
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ15 Berkshire East
Delivery Location
TLJ11 Berkshire

Local Authority
Bracknell Forest
Electoral Ward
Priestwood & Garth
Westminster Constituency
Bracknell

Further Information

Notice Documents

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