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Yorkshire Learning Trust ~ Cleaning Tender

YORKSHIRE LEARNING TRUST

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27 Jul 2026 at 13:18

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Yorkshire Learning Trust has initiated a competitive procurement process for a comprehensive cleaning services contract across its 17 schools, including 3 senior schools and 14 primary schools. Located in Tadcaster, UK, this procurement falls under the services category with a focus on school cleaning. The current tender stage is active, following an open procurement method classified as a competitive flexible procedure. Prospective bidders should note the enquiry period ending on 21st August 2026, while tender submissions must be completed by 23rd October 2026. The initial contract term begins on 1st April 2027, with potential extensions leading up to 31st March 2032, aligning with the strategic growth and ambitions of the Trust.

This tender presents signifîcant opportunities for businesses specialising in cleaning services, particularly those catering to educational institutions. With an estimated annual value of £1.2 million and provisions for expanded service offerings, small and medium-sized enterprises with capabilities in delivering high-quality, efficient cleaning solutions may find this contract advantageous for business growth. The potential to forge lasting relationships with a public authority like Yorkshire Learning Trust, which champions aspiration, inclusion, and integrity, may additionally bolster market reputation and secure steady revenue streams. Interested parties are encouraged to prepare their proposals in line with the detailed award criteria, which emphasise both quality and cost-effectiveness.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Yorkshire Learning Trust ~ Cleaning Tender

Notice Description

The successful Supplier will be required to provide Cleaning services for Yorkshire Learning Trust. The expected annual value is PS1.2m with a contract length of 3 for phase 1; and 2 years 8 months for phase 2, plus optional 2 x 1-year extensions. The trust has ambitions to grow and retains the right to add schools to the contract as they grow. The Yorkshire Learning trust consists of 3 senior schools and 14 primary schools. The trust has 3 cleaning partners with the contract for 11 of the schools coming to its natural end on 31st March 2027, with the remaining 6 schools cleaning contracts ending on 31st July 2027. The trust wishes to appoint a single cleaning supplier for all schools, with a phased start to reflect the current contract end dates with all schools in the new contract with an initial contract term end date of 31st March 2030 Formed through the merger of STAR Multi Academy Trust and South York Multi Academy Trust, YLT builds on a proud legacy of collaboration and excellence across North Yorkshire and York. The Trust is shaped by the strengths and stories of their founding schools - and inspired by the belief that together, they can achieve more for every learner. At Yorkshire Learning Trust, we are committed to creating exceptional journeys for every child and young person, wherever they begin. We champion aspiration, inclusion and integrity, fostering strong partnerships across our 17 schools so that pupils and staff alike flourish in an environment of shared support and high expectations. Please see PSQ Document for more information. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the eSourcing portal at: https://litmustms.co.uk/tenders/UK-UK-Tadcaster:-School-cleaning-services./S68S8Z3CVV To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://litmustms.co.uk/respond/S68S8Z3CVV

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: 3+1+1 Please see PSQ Document for more information.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06d45a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/070818-2026
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
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

CPV Codes

90919300 - School cleaning services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£6,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£6,000,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
23 Oct 20263 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2027 - 31 Mar 2030 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
YORKSHIRE LEARNING TRUST
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
TADCASTER
Postcode
LS24 9NB
Post Town
Leeds
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE2 North Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE22 North Yorkshire
Delivery Location
TLE2 North Yorkshire
Local Authority
North Yorkshire
Electoral Ward
Tadcaster
Westminster Constituency
Wetherby and Easingwold

Further Information

Notice Documents

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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