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TenderUpdate

05 Aug 2026 at 11:56

Tender

04 Aug 2026 at 10:41

Planning

04 Jun 2026 at 12:06

Summary of the contracting process

The London Borough of Sutton is currently in the active tender stage for its procurement of Soft Facilities Management Services, focusing on service categories that include Cleaning Services (Lot 1) and Security Services (Lot 2). This selective procurement process, utilising a Competitive Flexible Procedure, is designated under the legal framework of the UK Procurement Act 2023. The procurement aims to engage experienced suppliers to manage the authority’s corporate facilities, such as its Civic Offices, libraries, and children's centres, located in Sutton, United Kingdom. Suppliers interested should register and complete the Procurement Specific Questionnaire (PSQ) by 12:00 noon on 9th September 2026, as submissions are exclusively accepted through the ProContract eProcurement System.

This procurement presents significant business growth opportunities, valued at approximately £1,500,000 excluding VAT, with further extensions possible over a contract that technically extends from April 2027 to March 2030, with an option for further renewal. The contract is highly suitable for small to medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), providing a platform for businesses particularly engaged in cleaning and security services to compete effectively. The structured two-lot system allows businesses to specialise and leverage their strengths in either or both areas. This procurement not only promises financial gain but also opens doors for businesses to expand their footprint in public sector facility management contracts within Greater London.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

LBS Soft Facilities Management Services

Notice Description

The London Borough of Sutton will be undertaking a procurement for the provision of soft facilities management services for its corporate estate. The procurement will seek to appoint suitably experienced suppliers to deliver soft FM service across the authority's corporate buildings, including the Civic Offices, libraries and children's centres. The London Borough of Sutton is structuring the procurement into two separate lots: Lot 1 - Cleaning Services: General day-to-day cleaning Periodic cleaning Window cleaning Washroom and hygiene services Confidential waste services Supply and management of consumables, including: User-end consumables Contractor materials Pest control services Lot 2 - Security Services: Static guarding at the Civic Offices Mobile patrols Opening and closing services Keyholding EST: PS1,500,000.00 (excluding VAT).

Lot Information

Lot 1 - Cleaning Services

Scope of Services This sets out the general requirements of the service areas which includes: General day to day cleaning Day time cleaning services (including reactive) Hygiene waste collection and disposal including feminine hygiene, sharps and nappy bins Consumable provision (including End-user and contractors' materials) External and Internal Window cleaning

Renewal: 3 years (1+1 possible extensions). The extensions will be granted at the sole discretion of the Authority, with consideration of the contract requirement of the authority at that time and the performance of the contactor.

Lot 2 - Security Services

Scope of Services: The requirements of the service areas, which include: Static physical security and front-of-house security services. Mobile security patrols and alarm response services. Alarm receiving and monitoring services. Keyholding, lock-up, unlock and security checks. Visitor, contractor, delivery and access control support. Emergency response, incident support and business continuity support. Patrol, incident, visitor, delivery, key and daily occurrence records. Security reporting, audit, supervision and contract management.

Renewal: 3 years (1+1 possible extensions). The extensions will be granted at the sole discretion of the Authority, with consideration of the contract requirement of the authority at that time and the performance of the contactor.

Planning Information

Joining Instructions Engagement Event Details: Date: 15th June 2026 Format: FACE to FACE supplier engagement event Location: Civic Offices, St Nicholas Way, Sutton, SM1 1EA The event is expected to be divided into: Morning session - Cleaning Services Afternoon session - Security Services Further details regarding timings, registration and attendance will be provided to interested parties. PLEASE NOTE - TWO ATTENDEES PER COMPANY. To book a place for the in person Market Engagement please register using the link below - Market Engagement Registration Form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdPi1W8M9q0OL3s6ynFPWeZ29pZkZ_6Jm_DYZCTaCbA0rh4FA/viewform

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06ad6e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/074173-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, 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, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

72514100 - Facilities management services involving computer operation

79710000 - Security services

90910000 - Cleaning services

90922000 - Pest-control services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,500,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,500,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Aug 2026Today
Submission Deadline
20 Aug 20262 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
15 Jun 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2027 - 29 Mar 2030 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
LONDON BOROUGH OF SUTTON
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
SUTTON
Postcode
SM1 1EA
Post Town
Sutton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI6 Outer London - South
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI63 Merton, Kingston upon Thames and Sutton
Delivery Location
TLI63 Merton, Kingston upon Thames and Sutton

Local Authority
Sutton
Electoral Ward
Sutton Central
Westminster Constituency
Sutton and Cheam

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