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Tender

13 Jul 2026 at 15:29

Summary of the contracting process

CalMac Ferries Limited is seeking to procure comprehensive cleaning services for Brodick Ferry Terminal. This tender invites interested parties to submit their bids via an open procedure in line with the criteria outlined. The procurement is focused on the services industry, particularly cleaning services, and requires the supplier to maintain a high standard of cleanliness encompassing both internal and external areas of the terminal. The location for performing the services is in the region of UKM, United Kingdom. The key deadline for submission of tenders is 13 August 2026 at 12:00 PM. The tender stage is currently active, indicating that it is open for submissions, with a contract duration set for 360 days and potential renewal options for up to three additional 12-month periods.

This opportunity offers a growth avenue for businesses specialising in cleaning services, particularly those with experience in high-traffic areas such as transport terminals. Companies that can demonstrate exceptional quality and competitive pricing will be well-positioned to secure the contract. The procurement method being open allows a fair competition among bidders, encouraging SMEs and larger entities that meet the outlined economic and technical criteria to engage. The procurement process also underscores electronic submissions and communication, enabling efficient participation and engagement. Such a contract can scale a business by solidifying a partnership with a reputable entity like CalMac Ferries Limited, enhancing company credentials with successful execution.

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Notice Title

Provision of Cleaning Services at Brodick Ferry Terminal

Notice Description

The Supplier shall provide a comprehensive cleaning service for Brodick Ferry Terminal, covering all internal areas and designated external elements, including internal and external window cleaning. Services shall be delivered to a consistently high standard to ensure that the terminal environment remains clean, safe, hygienic, and presentable for staff, passengers, visitors, and members of the public at all times.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Supplier shall provide a comprehensive cleaning service for Brodick Ferry Terminal, covering all internal areas and designated external elements, including internal and external window cleaning. Services shall be delivered to a consistently high standard to ensure that the terminal environment remains clean, safe, hygienic, and presentable for staff, passengers, visitors, and members of the public at all times.

Renewal: three 12 month extension options

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06c9e8
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065780-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

90910000 - Cleaning services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Jul 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
13 Aug 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CALMAC FERRIES LIMITED
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
GOUROCK
Postcode
PA19 1QP
Post Town
Paisley
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM33 Inverclyde, East Renfrewshire, and Renfrewshire
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland

Local Authority
Inverclyde
Electoral Ward
Inverclyde West
Westminster Constituency
Inverclyde and Renfrewshire West

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