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C457291 Laundry Chemicals & Maintenance Services

2GETHER SUPPORT SOLUTIONS LIMITED

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Planning

15 Jul 2026 at 12:41

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

2Gether Support Solutions Limited is initiating a procurement process for the provision of laundry chemicals, dosing equipment, and lifecycle maintenance services, under the title "C457291 Laundry Chemicals & Maintenance Services". This tender is part of the Planning stage, with a focus on industry categories such as laundry supplies and repair and maintenance services. The buyer operates from the William Harvey Hospital in Ashford, Kent, serving regional healthcare facilities. The initial engagement is scheduled to conclude by 31st August 2026, and the contract is expected to commence on 31st March 2027, with the potential to extend the service to 2036. The estimated value of the contract is £1,360,000 if extended to its full duration.

This procurement represents a substantial opportunity for suppliers specialising in laundry chemicals and maintenance services, as well as automated dosing equipment. Companies with a proven track record in servicing high-consequence environments like hospitals and healthcare facilities will find this tender particularly relevant. Given that EKLS processes over 6 million items annually, securing such a contract could significantly contribute to business growth, offer a long-term partnership with a central government public authority, and facilitate entry or expansion into the healthcare industry in the South East region of the United Kingdom.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

C457291 Laundry Chemicals & Maintenance Services

Notice Description

Title: Provision of Laundry Chemicals, Dosing Equipment, and Maintenance Services East Kent Laundry Services (EKLS)Estimated Value: PS1,360,000.00 (inclusive of extension options)Contract Duration: 5 Years + 5 Years extension option (5+ Purpose of Market Engagement This notice aims to gauge market interest and capability. 1. Background and Context East Kent Laundry Services (EKLS) processes over 6 million items annually. This operation directly supports the region's vital healthcare infrastructure. The organization serves: The organisation serves Five East Kent NHS hospitals Private medical facilities University establishments across the South East Delivering reliable, high-quality laundry solutions is critical. These services maintain infection control and ensure an exceptional patient experience. 2. Scope of Requirements EKLS is seeking market feedback for the following requirements: Chemical Supply: Provision of high-quality laundry consumables. Equipment Supply: Provision of automated dosing equipment. Maintenance & Repairs: Full lifecycle maintenance and repair services. Validation Checks: Regular validation checks to ensure precise dosing and compliance. 3. Contract Key Details Initial Term: Five (5) years. Extension Option: Up to a further five (5) years. Total EST Value: PS1,360,000.00 if extended to its full 10-year potential. To register your interest please email: 2gether.fandcprocurement@nhs.net

Planning Information

East Kent Laundry Services (EKLS) is initiating a market engagement exercise. We invite experienced suppliers to review our upcoming procurement requirements for laundry chemicals, dosing equipment, and lifecycle maintenance services. EKLS is a critical piece of regional healthcare infrastructure. We process over 6 million items annually. Our operations directly support five East Kent NHS hospitals, private medical facilities, and university establishments across the South East. Because we operate in high-consequence environments, the reliability of our supply chain and the precision of our equipment are vital to maintaining strict infection control and ensuring an exceptional patient experience. Objectives of This Engagement The primary goals of this pre-tender market engagement are to: Assess Market Capability: Gauge market interest and understand the capacity of suppliers to meet our volume and compliance standards.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06cbf8
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066785-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

50 - Repair and maintenance services

CPV Codes

39291000 - Laundry supplies

39831200 - Detergents

50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,133,396 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Jul 2026Today
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
31 Aug 20262 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Mar 2027 - 31 Mar 2031 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
2GETHER SUPPORT SOLUTIONS LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
KENT
Postcode
TN24 0LZ
Post Town
Tonbridge
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ45 Mid Kent
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Ashford
Electoral Ward
Willesborough
Westminster Constituency
Ashford

Further Information

Notice Documents

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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