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title: "UOW948 Ad Hoc Cleaning Staff Support - AWARD"
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# UOW948 Ad Hoc Cleaning Staff Support - AWARD

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF WORCESTER  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-361eabac-a179-40ba-ac2b-c0b1e0e07b1a

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## Summary

The University of Worcester has recently concluded the award stage of its tender process for the provision of ad hoc cleaning staff support, contracted to Crystal Facilities Management Limited. This open procedure tender addresses the need for additional cleaning personnel to assist the in-house team during peak times such as the summer period, for events, and in case of staff shortages. The contract officially commences on 1st June 2025 and will run until 31st May 2028, with the possibility of extension depending on performance and necessity. Classified under the cleaning services industry category, the procurement is designed to support operations at locations including but not limited to British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, and the United Kingdom, catering to a diverse geographical footprint.

This contract presents a growth opportunity for businesses involved in cleaning services, particularly those capable of providing flexible staffing solutions to meet fluctuating demands. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) could particularly benefit given the tender’s suitability settings, although Voluntary, Community, and Social Enterprises (VCSEs) were not specifically targeted. The structured contract with the University of Worcester, a reputable academic institution, offers an excellent reference for businesses looking to expand their portfolio when engaging with public sector clients. The contract’s scope, along with the potential for multiple suppliers, implies opportunities for new entrants to gain a foothold in a competitive space.

## Notice

The University of Worcester requires additional cleaning staff at peak times to support the in-house cleaning team: o over the summer period o for events o to assist with staff shortages This is to enable the University Cleaning team to provide a smooth consistent cleaning service. The University reserves the right to award the contract to more than one supplier if so required. The contract will initially be for a period of one year with an option to extend for two further twelve month periods subject to the successful contractors' satisfactory performance and subject to the University still having the requirement for additional cleaning support at peak periods.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2e0ccc5f-abf1-4b14-b502-641b2e7b2ddb |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 30 Apr 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 28 Feb 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 27 Mar 2025 |
| Contract period | 31 May 2025 - 31 May 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £170,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF WORCESTER |
| Locality | WORCESTER |
| Post town | Worcester |
| Postcode | WR2 6AJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG1 Herefordshire, Worcestershire and Warwickshire |
| ITL 3 | TLG12 Worcestershire CC |
| Local authority | Worcester |
| Electoral ward | St Clement |
| Westminster constituency | Worcester |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CRYSTAL FACILITIES MANAGEMENT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

### Codes

- 90910000 - Cleaning services
- 90911100 - Accommodation cleaning services
- 90911200 - Building-cleaning services

## Release History

- 30 Apr 2025 at 09:20 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2e0ccc5f-abf1-4b14-b502-641b2e7b2ddb

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2e0ccc5f-abf1-4b14-b502-641b2e7b2ddb
  30th April 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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