This public procurement record has 1 release in its history.

Award

29 Jul 2026 at 10:16

Summary of the contracting process

Birmingham City University has completed a procurement process for the "FM307 - University Locks Summer Clean" contract, focusing on deep cleaning services for its halls of residence during the summer months. This will prepare the space for summer bookings and the upcoming academic year. The procurement process was executed through a direct procurement method, specifically below the threshold without competition, and it falls under the services category, identified as "Accommodation cleaning services". The contract, valued at £68,889.13 net (£82,666.96 gross), was awarded to AMETROS FACILITIES MANAGEMENT LIMITED, based in Manchester. This contract covers the cleaning services from 20th June 2026 to 19th June 2027, in the Birmingham area under the region code UKG31.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses operating in the facilities management and cleaning services sectors, particularly those with experience in accommodation cleaning. While the current procurement cycle is complete, this type of contract underlines the potential for similar opportunities in the future, especially for SMEs looking to collaborate with public organisations like universities. Such contracts are ideal for companies that specialise in high-volume, meticulous cleaning services and can deliver quality standards required by educational institutions. Engaging in public sector contracts can lead to further growth and establish a business as a preferred supplier in the industry.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

FM307 - University Locks Summer Clean

Notice Description

Birmingham City University (BCU) halls of residence at University Locks has a requirement during the summer months to ensure the halls of residence are deep cleaned in preparation for summer bookings and in preparation for the next academic year.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06d634
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071598-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

90911100 - Accommodation cleaning services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£68,889 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Jun 20261 months ago
Contract Period
19 Jun 2026 - 19 Jun 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BIRMINGHAM CITY UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B4 7BD
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
Not specified

Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Nechells
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

AMETROS FACILITIES MANAGEMENT

Further Information

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

View full OCDS Record for this contracting process

JSON Markdown

The Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS) is a framework designed to increase transparency and access to public procurement data in the public sector. It is widely used by governments and organisations worldwide to report on procurement processes and contracts.

{
    "tag": [
        "compiled"
    ],
    "id": "ocds-h6vhtk-06d634-2026-07-29T11:16:22+01:00",
    "date": "2026-07-29T11:16:22+01:00",
    "ocid": "ocds-h6vhtk-06d634",
    "initiationType": "tender",
    "parties": [
        {
            "id": "GB-UKPRN-10007140",
            "name": "Birmingham City University",
            "identifier": {
                "scheme": "GB-UKPRN",
                "id": "10007140"
            },
            "additionalIdentifiers": [
                {
                    "scheme": "GB-PPON",
                    "id": "PMDM-3781-JGCD"
                }
            ],
            "address": {
                "streetAddress": "Joseph Priestley Building",
                "locality": "Birmingham",
                "postalCode": "B47BD",
                "country": "GB",
                "countryName": "United Kingdom",
                "region": "UKG31"
            },
            "contactPoint": {
                "email": "Procurement@bcu.ac.uk"
            },
            "roles": [
                "buyer"
            ],
            "details": {
                "url": "https://www.bcu.ac.uk/",
                "classifications": [
                    {
                        "id": "publicAuthoritySubCentralGovernment",
                        "scheme": "UK_CA_TYPE",
                        "description": "Public authority - sub-central government"
                    }
                ]
            }
        },
        {
            "id": "GB-COH-07588942",
            "name": "AMETROS FACILITIES MANAGEMENT LIMITED",
            "identifier": {
                "scheme": "GB-COH",
                "id": "07588942"
            },
            "additionalIdentifiers": [
                {
                    "scheme": "GB-PPON",
                    "id": "PYVR-6442-ZQZM"
                }
            ],
            "address": {
                "streetAddress": "Universal Square",
                "locality": "Manchester",
                "postalCode": "M12 6JH",
                "country": "GB",
                "countryName": "United Kingdom",
                "region": "UKD33"
            },
            "contactPoint": {
                "email": "hello@ametros.co.uk"
            },
            "roles": [
                "supplier"
            ],
            "details": {
                "url": "http://www.ametros.co.uk",
                "scale": "sme",
                "vcse": false
            }
        }
    ],
    "buyer": {
        "id": "GB-UKPRN-10007140",
        "name": "Birmingham City University"
    },
    "tender": {
        "id": "FM307",
        "legalBasis": {
            "id": "2023/54",
            "scheme": "UKPGA",
            "uri": "https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents"
        },
        "title": "FM307 - University Locks Summer Clean",
        "description": "Birmingham City University (BCU) halls of residence at University Locks has a requirement during the summer months to ensure the halls of residence are deep cleaned in preparation for summer bookings and in preparation for the next academic year.",
        "status": "complete",
        "procurementMethod": "direct",
        "procurementMethodDetails": "Below threshold - without competition",
        "lots": [
            {
                "id": "1",
                "status": "complete"
            }
        ]
    },
    "awards": [
        {
            "id": "1",
            "status": "active",
            "mainProcurementCategory": "services",
            "suppliers": [
                {
                    "id": "GB-COH-07588942",
                    "name": "AMETROS FACILITIES MANAGEMENT LIMITED"
                }
            ],
            "items": [
                {
                    "id": "1",
                    "additionalClassifications": [
                        {
                            "scheme": "CPV",
                            "id": "90911100",
                            "description": "Accommodation cleaning services"
                        }
                    ],
                    "deliveryAddresses": [
                        {
                            "region": "UKG31",
                            "country": "GB",
                            "countryName": "United Kingdom"
                        }
                    ],
                    "relatedLot": "1"
                }
            ],
            "relatedLots": [
                "1"
            ]
        }
    ],
    "contracts": [
        {
            "id": "1",
            "awardID": "1",
            "status": "active",
            "period": {
                "startDate": "2026-06-20T00:00:00+01:00",
                "endDate": "2027-06-19T23:59:59+01:00"
            },
            "value": {
                "amountGross": 82666.96,
                "amount": 68889.13,
                "currency": "GBP"
            },
            "aboveThreshold": false,
            "dateSigned": "2026-06-11T00:00:00+01:00",
            "documents": [
                {
                    "id": "071598-2026",
                    "documentType": "contractNotice",
                    "noticeType": "UK7",
                    "description": "Contract details notice on Find a Tender",
                    "url": "https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071598-2026",
                    "datePublished": "2026-07-29T11:16:22+01:00",
                    "format": "text/html"
                }
            ]
        }
    ],
    "language": "en"
}