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Kettlethorpe High School ~ Cleaning Tender

KETTLETHORPE HIGH SCHOOL

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29 Jun 2026 at 13:06

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for Kettlethorpe High School's cleaning services is underway as an open competitive flexible procedure, and it has reached the tender stage. Kettlethorpe High School, located at Standbridge Lane, Sandal, Wakefield WF2 7EL, is seeking bids for high-quality cleaning services under a contract commencing on 1st November 2026 for an initial three-year period with two possible one-year extensions. The total potential value of the contract over its full term is £1,125,000. Interested parties should note the deadline for tender submissions is 7th August 2026, and the tender involves school cleaning services classified under CPV code 90919300, in the West Yorkshire region of the United Kingdom.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses skilled in delivering large-scale cleaning services within the education sector. The emphasis on quality, as well as compliance with public authority standards, makes it particularly suitable for companies with a robust track record in school environments and those familiar with working alongside public institutions. The contract’s substantial financial scope and duration offer a stable revenue stream and potential for long-term partnerships. Companies able to demonstrate high standards of safety, reliability, and partnership with educational institutions will find this opportunity well-aligned with their business growth objectives. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the service sector are encouraged to apply, as the procurement process is designed to ensure inclusivity and competition.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Kettlethorpe High School ~ Cleaning Tender

Notice Description

The successful Supplier will be required to provide High Quality Cleaning services for Kettlethorpe High School. The contract commences on 1st November 2026 and runs for an initial 3-year period with 2 x 1-year optional extensions. Pupil numbers are; 1531. Annual contract value is PS225,000 with a potential full term contract value of PS1,125,000. Full address of the school is; Kettlethorpe High School, Sandal, Standbridge Ln, Wakefield WF2 7EL There is a requirement for LGPS for some employees, and the LGPS fund is West Yorkshire Pension Fund. At Kettlethorpe High School we want to be the very best in all we do and never take things for granted. Pupil success is always a cause for celebration. Partnership and collaboration between staff, pupils and families is vital to this success; we will do everything in our power to ensure each pupil achieves to the best of their ability. It matters to us that every pupil feels safe and happy at school, and we work to provide an atmosphere that is safe, challenging and stimulating for our pupils. We consider ourselves a second home for pupils, and as part of this we encourage parents and carers to visit at any time; our doors are always open to them. Pupils at Kettlethorpe High School have a strong voice. The pupil body organises fundraising events across the school year, raising money for local, national and international charities. Pupil opinions are taken into account as we work together to continually improve Kettlethorpe High School in order to be the best. To this end, all staff and pupils follow the seven principles of ethical school leadership. Please see PSQ Document for more information. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the eSourcing portal at: https://litmustms.co.uk/tenders/UK-UK-Wakefield:-School-cleaning-services./Y4E4Q4Q69V To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://litmustms.co.uk/respond/Y4E4Q4Q69V

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: 1+1 Please see PSQ Document for more information.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06bf24
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/060784-2026
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
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
£1,125,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,125,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Jun 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
7 Aug 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Nov 2026 - 31 Oct 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
KETTLETHORPE HIGH SCHOOL
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
WAKEFIELD
Postcode
WF2 7EL
Post Town
Wakefield
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE45 Wakefield
Delivery Location
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Local Authority
Wakefield
Electoral Ward
Wakefield South
Westminster Constituency
Ossett and Denby Dale

Further Information

Notice Documents

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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