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Tender

27 Jul 2026 at 10:54

Summary of the contracting process

The Police and Crime Commissioner for Nottinghamshire is inviting tenders for decontamination services, vital for supporting their policing operations. This procurement, with a legal base under UKPGA 2023/54, requires comprehensive cleaning solutions for custody suites, fleet vehicles, and crime scenes across various regions including UKC, UKD, UKE, UKF, UKG, UKH, UKI, UKJ, and UKK in the United Kingdom. The tender is currently at the active stage and is open for submissions in an open competition format. The procurement process will conclude with the submission deadline on 28th August 2026, while enquiries are accepted until 7th August 2026. The project will commence on 5th October 2026 and run for three years with potential extensions, demonstrating a commitment to maintaining safety standards within policing environments.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in cleaning and sanitation services, particularly those experienced in biohazardous and decontamination work. It is especially suited for small and medium enterprises equipped to handle sensitive police operations, adhering to stringent health, safety, and environmental regulations. A successful bidder would not only contribute to public safety but also potentially secure long-term engagement with the police force. With a contract value of £90,000 and additional gross provisions, this represents a lucrative opportunity for growth and expansion for companies with the requisite expertise and operational capabilities. Businesses must ensure appropriate registration on the Atamis e-Tendering Portal to participate.

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Notice Title

Decontamination Services

Notice Description

For more information and access to the Tender documentation, please follow the link below; https://nottinghamshirepolice.my.site.com/s/Welcome The Police and Crime Commissioner for Nottinghamshire requires the provision of decontamination services to support policing operations across our custody suites, fleet vehicles, and potential crime scenes. The scope of the service includes, but is not limited to: Custody environments - deep cleaning and decontamination of cells, holding areas, and associated facilities following incidents involving contamination or biohazards Fleet vehicles - specialist cleaning and sanitisation of police vehicles exposed to biological or chemical contamination Crime scenes - provision of forensic-aware cleaning services where required, ensuring no compromise to evidential integrity and in line with police instruction Needle and sharps removal and safe disposal of hazardous waste Emergency response capability, including out-of-hours call-outs where necessary The provider must comply with all relevant health and safety legislation, environmental regulations, and industry best practice, including the handling and disposal of hazardous waste. All personnel engaged in delivering the service must be appropriately trained, vetted, and equipped, with an understanding of working within sensitive policing environments and maintaining confidentiality at all times.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: 1 + 1 12 month extension options.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06d427
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/070729-2026
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
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

90900000 - Cleaning and sanitation services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£90,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£90,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
28 Aug 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
4 Oct 2026 - 5 Oct 2029 3-4 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
THE POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR NOTTINGHAMSHIRE
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
NOTTINGHAM
Postcode
NG5 8PP
Post Town
Nottingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF16 South Nottinghamshire
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Gedling
Electoral Ward
Calverton
Westminster Constituency
Sherwood Forest

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