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06 Jul 2026 at 14:26

Summary of the contracting process

Loughborough University is seeking bids for a tender entitled "The Provision of Cleaning Services for Gutters and Emergency Escapes." This open procurement process focuses on cleaning services within the public authority sub-central government category and will take place at the university's Loughborough campus in the UK. The tender process is currently active, with the deadline for submission of bids set for 5th August 2026. The scope of work includes annual cleaning of gutters, flat roofs, hopper heads, and emergency escape staircases across the campus, especially in areas near trees. Interested parties should note the enquiry period deadline on 24th July 2026. The procurement process is governed by the UK Public General Act 2023/54 and adopts an open procedure method.

This tender represents an excellent opportunity for businesses specializing in cleaning services to partner with a reputable educational institution like Loughborough University. With a contract value of up to £600,000 gross, the successful bidder will benefit from a two-year contract starting on 1st November 2026, with the possibility of three additional one-year renewals. The opportunity is particularly suited for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs), as these categories are emphasized in the tender's suitability criteria. Technical quality, community benefits, and competitive pricing will be critical factors for consideration in the awarding process, offering diverse opportunities for skilled service providers to contribute meaningfully to the university's operational efficiency.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

The Provision of Cleaning Services for Gutters and Emergency Escapes

Notice Description

This opportunity is for bidders to tender for cleaning/clearing of gutters, flat roofs and hopper heads across the University campus, based on one full clean and one smaller clean per annum on selected buildings in close proximity to trees. This tender also includes cleaning of emergency escapes staircase cleaning across campus. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the eSourcing portal at: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Loughborough:-Cleaning-services./FP9N87G3AF To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/FP9N87G3AF

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06c47a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/063276-2026
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
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

90910000 - Cleaning services

90911200 - Building-cleaning services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
5 Aug 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Nov 2026 - 31 Oct 2028 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
LOUGHBOROUGH UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LOUGHBOROUGH
Postcode
LE11 3TU
Post Town
Leicester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF22 Leicestershire CC and Rutland
Delivery Location
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire

Local Authority
Charnwood
Electoral Ward
Loughborough Ashby
Westminster Constituency
Loughborough

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