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15 Jul 2026 at 11:04

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by Aston University focused on the acquisition of cleaning and janitorial consumables, as part of the CPC Cleaning Solutions Framework. The contract was for the provision of goods, specifically cleaning products, to support the university's operational and cleaning requirements within its Birmingham campus, located in region UKG31. As of 15th July 2026, the process had progressed to the completion stage, with Knighton Janitorial Limited being awarded the contract. The procurement followed a limited method without prior publication, as dictated by the regulations of the CPC Cleaning Solutions Framework Agreement.

This tender offers substantial business growth opportunities, particularly for those in the cleaning supply industry. Small and medium-sized enterprises with capabilities in providing a comprehensive range of cleaning chemicals and janitorial consumables, along with associated delivery and support services, are well-positioned to compete in such frameworks. The contract, valued at £50,000, initially spans three years with potential extensions, making it a lucrative opportunity for suppliers able to meet the needs of public institutions like Aston University.

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Notice Title

Cleaning and Janitorial Consumables

Notice Description

Provision of cleaning chemicals, janitorial consumables and associated hygiene products for Aston University through the CPC Cleaning Solutions Framework. The contract includes the supply and delivery of products to support the University's operational and cleaning requirements.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The contract is for the supply and delivery of cleaning chemicals, janitorial consumables and associated hygiene products to Aston University. The scope includes a comprehensive range of products to support the University's cleaning and operational requirements across its campus. The contract also includes associated services such as product support, account management and delivery in accordance with the requirements of the CPC Cleaning Solutions Framework.

Options: The contract is awarded for an initial term of three years, with the option to extend for up to two additional periods of one year each, at the sole discretion of the contracting authority, subject to satisfactory performance.

Procurement Information

The contract was awarded following a further competition under the CPC Cleaning Solutions Framework Agreement, which was established in accordance with Regulation 33 of the PCR2015.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06cbd3
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066703-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products


CPV Codes

39830000 - Cleaning products

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£50,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Jul 2026Today
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 Jul 2026Yesterday
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ASTON UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B4 7ET
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
TLG31 Birmingham

Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Nechells
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

KNIGHTON JANITORIAL

Further Information

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