Award

Provision of Cleaning Services for temporary accommodation and Void Properties

WEST DUNBARTONSHIRE COUNCIL

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Award

03 Mar 2026 at 00:00

Tender

25 Apr 2025 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

West Dunbartonshire Council has initiated an open tender process for the provision of cleaning services for temporary accommodation and void properties across the West Dunbartonshire area. This procurement falls under the general public services category, with the industry classified as CPV code 90910000. The tender, currently active, offers two lots: Homeless Properties and Void Properties, both aiming for a two-year contract term with potential extensions. Business users should note the tender's submission deadline on 27th May 2025 at noon, which marks the end of the tender period and the commencement of the award period. The procurement process is facilitated through electronic submissions, emphasising the Council's commitment to efficient digital protocols.

This tender presents lucrative opportunities for businesses engaged in cleaning and maintenance services, particularly those with expertise in handling accommodation turnover efficiently. The Council seeks providers capable of meeting stringent statutory requirements related to homelessness support, offering two defined lots with substantial contract values. Suitable businesses ideally possess a robust financial standing, demonstrated through specific economic ratios and insurance coverages. With community benefits embedded into the requirements, this tender encourages firms that can deliver not only service quality but also contribute socially. Businesses adept in electronic invoicing and ordering will find this tender aligns with their capabilities, presenting a growth avenue with both immediate and extensible prospects.

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Notice Title

Provision of Cleaning Services for temporary accommodation and Void Properties

Notice Description

West Dunbartonshire Council (the Council) has a requirement for temporary accommodation and void accommodation to be cleaned to a set of requirements as outlined in the below specification. The efficient and effective turnaround of temporary accommodation is business critical. Delays can impact on income and the provision of emergency and temporary accommodation to allow the Council to meet its statutory homeless duties.

Lot Information

Lot 1 Homeless Properties

The Council is seeking to enter a two-year contract, with the option to extend by a further two x12 months, to appoint a suitably qualified provider(s) who is competent and capable to deliver provision of cleaning services to temporary accommodation and void properties. The provision of small household items may also be required in temporary accommodation.

Renewal: with the option of 2x12 month extensions.

Lot 2 Void Properties

The Council is seeking to enter a two-year contract, with the option to extend by a further two x12 months, to appoint a suitably qualified provider(s) who is competent and capable to deliver provision of cleaning services to temporary accommodation and void properties. The provision of small household items may also be required in temporary accommodation.

Renewal: with the option to 2x12 month extensions.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000796151
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR550840
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

90910000 - 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
3 Mar 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
27 May 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
3 Mar 20261 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Cancelled
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Unsuccessful
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WEST DUNBARTONSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
DUMBARTON
Postcode
G82 1QL
Post Town
Glasgow
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM31 East Dunbartonshire and West Dunbartonshire
Delivery Location
TLM81 East Dunbartonshire, West Dunbartonshire, and Helensburgh and Lomond

Local Authority
West Dunbartonshire
Electoral Ward
Dumbarton
Westminster Constituency
West Dunbartonshire

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR528939
    Provision of Cleaning Services for temporary accommodation and Void Properties - West Dunbartonshire Council (the Council) has a requirement for temporary accommodation and void accommodation to be cleaned to a set of requirements as outlined in the below specification. The efficient and effective turnaround of temporary accommodation is business critical. Delays can impact on income and the provision of emergency and temporary accommodation to allow the Council to meet its statutory homeless duties.
  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR550840
    Provision of Cleaning Services for temporary accommodation and Void Properties - West Dunbartonshire Council (the Council) has a requirement for temporary accommodation and void accommodation to be cleaned to a set of requirements as outlined in the below specification. The efficient and effective turnaround of temporary accommodation is business critical. Delays can impact on income and the provision of emergency and temporary accommodation to allow the Council to meet its statutory homeless duties.

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