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03 Aug 2026 at 15:50

Summary of the contracting process

The City & County of Swansea is currently seeking tenders for a contract titled "Contract for the Provision of Cleaning Services & Staff to support Education Departments" within the public services industry. This procurement focuses on providing comprehensive cleaning services and staffing for various educational buildings located in the Swansea area, classified under the industry category of office, school, and office equipment cleaning services (CPV 90919000). The procurement process has reached the tender stage, with an open competition methodology applied. Interested businesses need to submit their bids by 25th August 2026, at 12:00 PM, following the finalisation of enquiries by 18th August 2026. The contract, anticipated to commence on 1st November 2026 and conclude on 31st October 2028, includes a potential renewal for up to 24 months.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in cleaning services to expand their operations within the public sector. With a contract value estimated at £120,000 net (£144,000 gross), small to medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly encouraged to apply, given the suitability criteria. The project allows such businesses to secure a stable revenue stream over two years, with the potential for contract renewal, fostering growth and increased market presence. The procurement process is facilitated through registration on the eTenderWales portal, simplifying access for new participants wishing to engage with the City & County of Swansea’s procurement departments.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Contract for the Provision of Cleaning Services & Staff to support Education Departments

Notice Description

Swansea Council require a cleaning provider & staff to support various educational buildings in Swansea.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06da62
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073378-2026
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, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

90919000 - Office, school and office equipment cleaning services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£120,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£120,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Aug 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
25 Aug 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Nov 2026 - 31 Oct 2028 2-3 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
CITY & COUNTY OF SWANSEA
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
SWANSEA
Postcode
SA1 3SN
Post Town
Swansea
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL4 Mid and South West Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL43 Swansea
Delivery Location
TLL18 Swansea

Local Authority
Swansea
Electoral Ward
Waterfront
Westminster Constituency
Swansea West

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