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Tapestry Learning Partnership - Cleaning Services Tender

TAPESTRY LEARNING PARTNERSHIP

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10 Aug 2026 at 11:54

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Tapestry Learning Partnership is currently conducting a procurement process for the provision of cleaning services across their network of schools, having recently formed through the merger of multiple academy trusts. Located in Nottingham, United Kingdom, the procurement process is in the tender stage and is seeking bids for a comprehensive cleaning service, both during and outside term time. This opportunity has a contract value of £3,677,760 and the contract term is set for three years, commencing on 1st August 2027, with a possible extension of up to two additional years. The competition closes with an expression of interest deadline on 11th September 2026, and the award is anticipated by 15th March 2027. The process follows a multi-stage tender procedure, encouraging a diverse range of suppliers to apply, with TUPE regulations applicable to existing cleaning staff.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for providers in the school cleaning services industry to grow their business within the public sector. Companies experienced in managing complex, large-scale cleaning contracts, particularly those familiar with TUPE transitions, would be well-suited to compete. With a procurement method focused on a competitive flexible procedure, value will be assessed not only on financial bids but also heavily weighted on operational quality, with a noteworthy 85% emphasis on that criterion. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that excel in quality service delivery and can navigate the complexities of public sector contracts will find this tender especially attractive for building their portfolio and reputation in public sector engagements.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Tapestry Learning Partnership - Cleaning Services Tender

Notice Description

Formed in January 2026 through the merger of two successful multi-academy trusts, Tapestry brings together a wealth of expertise, resources, and a shared commitment to excellence. This new partnership creates a strong network of schools dedicated to delivering outstanding education and enriching opportunities for every student. Tapestry Learning Partnership are seeking Cleaning services providers to Tender for the provision of a full daily Cleaning service within their Schools, during term time, and periodic Cleaning services outside of term time. The contract will be for three years in duration, with the option to extend for a further one period of up to two years and with a commencement date of 01 August 2027. Full details will be included in the Invitation to Tender. TUPE regulations apply to this contract, which involves the transfer of existing Cleaning Staff, of which some may be members of the Local Government Pension Scheme, requiring arrangements to be made for 'Admitted Body' status with the relevant pension fund. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the eSourcing portal at: https://invictus-inport.com/tenders/UK-UK-Nottingham:-School-cleaning-services./WH2QMXM8Q4 To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://invictus-inport.com/respond/WH2QMXM8Q4

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: In agreement with the client an option to extend for a further one period of up to two years.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06e016
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/075711-2026
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
£3,677,760 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£3,677,760 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Aug 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
11 Sep 20261 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Jul 2027 - 31 Jul 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
TAPESTRY LEARNING PARTNERSHIP
Additional Buyers

INVICTUS PARTNERSHIP LIMITED

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NOTTINGHAM
Postcode
NG7 7AR
Post Town
Nottingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI36 Camden
Delivery Location
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Local Authority
Camden
Electoral Ward
Holborn & Covent Garden
Westminster Constituency
Holborn and St Pancras

Further Information

Notice Documents

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