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Contract for Public Conveniences - Seasonal Cleansing 2022

CITY & COUNTY OF SWANSEA

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Summary of the contracting process

The City & County of Swansea is seeking suppliers for the "Contract for Public Conveniences – Seasonal Cleansing 2022." This tender pertains to the cleaning services of nine public convenience facilities in Swansea, with a planned contract start date of 16 May 2022 for a duration of 18 weeks, potentially extendable by 4 weeks. The procurement process is currently at the award stage, having received three bids. Key locations for the cleansing activities include Caswell Bay, Langland Bay, and various facilities along Mumbles Road. The submission deadline for bids was on 2 May 2022, making this contract relevant for companies that can demonstrate readiness to commence immediately upon award.

This seasonal cleansing contract presents significant business opportunities for companies specialising in cleaning and sanitation services. Businesses that would be well-suited to compete include those with experience in managing public cleaning contracts, particularly in urban and recreational areas. The contract provides an opportunity to support local tourism by ensuring clean facilities during the peak season, enhancing a supplier's reputation and potential for future work with local authorities or similar contracts. Suppliers should also denote their ability to deliver cleaning services across multiple sites efficiently to appeal to the council's requirements.

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Notice Title

Contract for Public Conveniences - Seasonal Cleansing 2022

Notice Description

To provide the seasonal cleansing of 9 public conveniences 4 times per day on weekdays, weekends and Bank Holidays for 18 weeks at the following locations/facilities:* Caswell - Caswell Bay Car Park, SA3 3BT* Langland - Langland Bay Car Park, SA3 4QP* Bracelet Bay - Bracelet Bay Car Park, SA3 4EN* Oystermouth Square (Car Park) - Mumbles Road, SA3 4AA* Southend - Mumbles Road, SA3 4EA* Blackpill - Mumbles Road, SA3 5DG* Oystermouth Castle - Castle Grounds, SA3 4BA* Knab Rock - Mumbles Road, SA3 4EE* Marina - Trawler Road, SA1 1DNMale, Female & Disabled Toilets all to be cleaned 4 times per day, 7 days a week.Current Cleansing Method:* Toilets - to be cleaned using seligene ultra colour coded bucket and cloth, toilet cleaner to be applied;* Wash Hand Basins - to be cleaned using seligene ultra colour coded bucket and cloth;* Toilet Floors (tiles) - to be swept and mopped daily using Apple Fresh, Disinfectant or Bleach;* High Level Dusting - to be undertaken twice monthly using appropriate equipment;* Building only waste to be removed and disposed of by contractor (disposal facilities provided by the Council at Home Farm Depot);* Suggested cleaning time slots every two/three hours between 8am - 8pm;Cleaning Materials:Option 1 - Swansea Council to provide (exclude this price)Option 2 - Contractor to provide materials* Before tendering, bidders are advised to visit the site to ascertain all relevant conditions and means of access, to thoroughly acquaint themselves with the extent and nature of the project;* A site visit is recommended and can be arranged by contacting Stuart Rees (Operational Area Manager) on 07796 275249;* Please convey any queries associated to this tender via the e-tender wales portal.Added 14-04-2022Lot 2 - Six d (6) x Operatives for the Seasonal Cleansing of the Beach/Promenade AreasAim:It has transpired that the Council have an additional requirement now for Six (6) Operatives for Seasonal Cleaning of Beach Promenade Areas, We have amended the RFQ, Specification & Pricing Schedule to reflect the additional operatives and have referred to this requirement as Lot 2. It is entirelyoptional if you would like to provide a price for the Six (6) Operatives for Seasonal Cleaning of Beach Promenade Areas Lot 2. The additional requirement is not going to be evaluated or scored as part of the tender evaluations and bidders will not be any way disadvantaged if they do not offer a cost for Lot 2, there is no obligation for you to quote for both Lots.To provide 6 x Operatives for the seasonal cleansing of the beach/promenade areas on weekdays, weekends and Bank Holidays for 18 weeks between 12 noon and 8pm at the following locations/facilities:1. Caswell Bay and Langland Bay including associated promenades(2 x Operatives);2. Knab Rock, Oystermouth Square, Blackpill and associated beach/promenades(2 x Operatives);3. Civic Centre Steps, 360 Centre and associated beach/promenades up to the Observatory (2 x Operatives);Objectives:* To provide general cleansing at these key prestige destinations;* To allow the Council's current cleaning resource to be redirected to other areas on Gower including Horton, Port Eynon and Rhossili;* To minimise the number of complaints received by the Council;* To help support local business and tourism;* To ensure all Health and Safety/ Safeguarding requirements are followed at all times where appropriate.Timetable:* Invitation to tender: Immediately* Submission date: 02/05/2022 (12 noon)* Proposed tender award: 09/05/2022* Contract start date: 16/05/2022 for 18 weeks (with potential to extend by 4 weeks)General Cleansing duties required at each area (1 - 3 above):* Frequent monitoring and emptying of litter bins as required;* Litter picking the beach/promenade areas as required;* Use of two bag 'recycling on the go' arrangements whilst litter picking;* Other cleansing duties (weather dependant) as and when required e.g. sand clearance from the promenade area;* Distribution of waste/recycling bags to the public on the beach to encourage disposal of their waste during periods of high footfall;* The Cleansing Section will provide all consumables (e.g. refuse/recycling bags etc.), and any equipment required (except transport) and the Cleansing Section will ultimately be responsible of all waste collected (Skips, etc)Familiarisation:* Before tendering, bidders are advised to visit the sites to ascertain all relevant conditions and to thoroughly acquaint themselves with the extent and nature of the project;* A site visit is recommended and can be arranged by contacting Stuart Rees (Operational Area Manager) on 07796 275249;* Please convey any queries associated to this tender via the e-tender wales portal.Monitoring Arrangements:* Representatives from Swansea Council's Cleansing Team will undertake regular inspections to ensure contract compliance. Contractor must report any defects (e.g. litter bins) or other issues immediately to parks.section@swansea.gov.uk* For emergencies contractors should first contact 01792 280210 or alternatively 01792 636000.Additional Requirements:* On appointment, all contractors will be expected to adhere to the Council's Policies and Procedures;

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-kuma6s-120198
Publication Source
Sell2Wales
Latest Notice
https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=120198
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
S2W Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

90600000 - Cleaning and sanitation services in urban or rural areas, and related services

90900000 - Cleaning and sanitation services

90910000 - Cleaning services

90911000 - Accommodation, building and window cleaning services

90911100 - Accommodation cleaning services

90911200 - Building-cleaning services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 May 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
2 May 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 May 20223 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CITY & COUNTY OF SWANSEA
Contact Name
Dawn Hedden, Emma Thomas
Contact Email
Not specified
Contact Phone
+44 1792637242

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
Not specified

Local Authority
Swansea
Electoral Ward
Waterfront
Westminster Constituency
Swansea West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SOLO SERVICE GROUP

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