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Tender

13 Jul 2026 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

CalMac Ferries Limited is inviting tenders for the provision of cleaning services at the Brodick Ferry Terminal, located in Gourock, UKM. The tender process, which follows an open procedure, is currently active, with submissions required electronically by 13th August 2026, at 12:00 GMT. This procurement falls under the services category and seeks a supplier capable of maintaining high standards of cleanliness across all internal and designated external areas of the terminal. The cleaning service contract includes options for renewal, subject to performance standards and has a duration of 360 days initially, followed by potential yearly extensions.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in high-standard cleaning services. Companies experienced in comprehensive facility maintenance and service delivery that ensures public health and hygiene would be well-positioned for this contract. With its emphasis on quality and price equally, organisations with a track record in managing large-scale service contracts effectively, while maintaining customer satisfaction, may find this project particularly rewarding. The involvement of electronic payment and ordering systems aligns well with businesses operating modernised service frameworks, thus enhancing operational efficiency and business growth potential.

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Notice Title

Provision of Cleaning Services at Brodick Ferry Terminal

Notice Description

The Supplier shall provide a comprehensive cleaning service for Brodick Ferry Terminal, covering all internal areas and designated external elements, including internal and external window cleaning. Services shall be delivered to a consistently high standard to ensure that the terminal environment remains clean, safe, hygienic, and presentable for staff, passengers, visitors, and members of the public at all times.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Supplier shall provide a comprehensive cleaning service for Brodick Ferry Terminal, covering all internal areas and designated external elements, including internal and external window cleaning. Services shall be delivered to a consistently high standard to ensure that the terminal environment remains clean, safe, hygienic, and presentable for staff, passengers, visitors, and members of the public at all times.

Renewal: three 12 month extension options

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000836960
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL560032
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
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
13 Jul 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
13 Aug 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CALMAC FERRIES LIMITED
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
GOUROCK
Postcode
PA19 1QP
Post Town
Paisley
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM33 Inverclyde, East Renfrewshire, and Renfrewshire
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland

Local Authority
Inverclyde
Electoral Ward
Inverclyde West
Westminster Constituency
Inverclyde and Renfrewshire West

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL560032
    Provision of Cleaning Services at Brodick Ferry Terminal - The Supplier shall provide a comprehensive cleaning service for Brodick Ferry Terminal, covering all internal areas and designated external elements, including internal and external window cleaning. Services shall be delivered to a consistently high standard to ensure that the terminal environment remains clean, safe, hygienic, and presentable for staff, passengers, visitors, and members of the public at all times.

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