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11 Aug 2026 at 14:21

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Lancaster is currently in the tender stage of procuring services for "Grease Trap Cleaning" at its Bailrigg campus, located in Lancaster, United Kingdom. This procurement falls under the industry category of cleaning and sanitation services, with additional classifications including repair and maintenance services, sewer cleaning, and waste treatment. The procurement method being utilised is an open procedure, allowing all interested and qualified parties to submit their tenders through the University's e-tendering portal, In-Tend. Submission of tenders is required by 8th September 2026, with the award decision to follow by 16th September 2026. The contract period is expected to commence on 1st October 2026 and conclude on 30th September 2029, with potential extensions dependent on performance and mutual agreement.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in cleaning and sanitation services, particularly those with expertise in grease trap management and maintenance in student residential facilities. SMEs are encouraged to apply, as the tender evaluation will consider both quality (40%) and cost (60%) criteria. Businesses with the capacity to provide comprehensive planned preventative maintenance and responsive support will find this tender especially attractive. Winning this contract could not only offer substantial business growth due to its potential extensions up to 60 months but also the opportunity to establish a long-term business relationship with a reputable academic institution.

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Notice Title

Grease Trap Cleaning

Notice Description

The University, Lancaster University, Bailrigg, LA1 4YW, is inviting tenders on the terms set out in this Invitation to Tender (ITT) for the appointment of a suitably qualified and experienced Service Provider to undertake the routine cleaning, emptying, maintenance, inspection and reporting of grease traps serving student residential kitchen facilities. The service provider shall ensure grease management systems operate efficiently, comply with all applicable legislation and minimise disruption to students and accommodation operations. Lancaster University seeks a Service Provider capable of providing a planned preventative maintenance service together with responsive support where required. *Site Visit The University will host accompanied site visits from the w/c 17/08//2026 onwards, time TBC. The meeting point will be confirmed via the In-Tend clarification function.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: The contract start date will be around 01/10/2026 and complete by 30/09/2029 for a duration of 36 months. If all possible extensions are to be included, the initial contract term will be 36 months, plus 12 months plus 12 months (extension dependent on contractual performance and mutual agreement).

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06e1a0
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/076342-2026
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
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

50500000 - Repair and maintenance services for pumps, valves, taps and metal containers and machinery

90470000 - Sewer cleaning services

90513000 - Non-hazardous refuse and waste treatment and disposal services

90900000 - Cleaning and sanitation services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Aug 2026Today
Submission Deadline
8 Sep 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Sep 2026 - 30 Sep 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
2031-08-11

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF LANCASTER
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LANCASTER
Postcode
LA1 4YW
Post Town
Lancaster
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD4 Lancashire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD44 Lancaster and Wyre
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)

Local Authority
Lancaster
Electoral Ward
University
Westminster Constituency
Lancaster and Wyre

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/076342-2026
    11th August 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
  • https://in-tendhost.co.uk/lancaster/aspx/Home
    This ITT has been made available to potential tenderers through the University's electronic tendering (e-tendering) portal: In-Tend. Tenderers must submit their responses to the ITT through this same portal. All aspects (documents/attachments/responses) of the tender return can and must be submitted via the e-tendering portal. Access to the portal and advice/training is free of charge. In-Tend Support: Phone: 0845 557 8079 E-mail: support@in-tend.com Web: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/lancaster/aspx/Help The University is committed to utilising this portal for all current and future business/procurement opportunities. Users only need register (for free) with the portal once to obtain long term access to the University's tender information. Any queries/clarifications regarding this ITT must be directed via the e-tendering portal using the clarification or correspondence function, and not sent directly to individual Lancaster University employees by email.

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