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title: "Supply of Cleaning Chemicals"
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# Supply of Cleaning Chemicals

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF EXETER  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-91634a05-db41-444a-9167-06c5699c3363

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "Supply of Cleaning Chemicals" has reached the award stage, with the contract valued at £168,576. Initiated by the University of Exeter, this contract is classified under the cleaning products industry (CPV code 39830000). It covers the supply of cleaning chemicals for use across various university sites in the South West of the United Kingdom, including offices, teaching facilities, and student accommodation. The contract period begins on 24 January 2026 and ends on 7 January 2029, with the possibility for a one-year extension. Tendering was concluded on 23 January 2026 and the procurement was conducted through a mini-competition using the ESPO Framework. Award status is marked as active to AUK Supplies Ltd, a large supplier.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses involved in the manufacturing or distribution of cleaning products. Enterprises that provide high-quality cleaning supplies and reliable distribution services, particularly those located in or near the South West region, will find this project beneficial for growth. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are considered suitable, which makes this opportunity appealing for businesses eager to establish or expand their presence in the educational sector. The use of a framework agreement and the extended contract duration provides a stable, long-term procurement opportunity for the awarded supplier.

## Notice

***This contract has an initial term of 3 years, commencing 07/01/2026 and ending on 07/01/2026. This contract has 1x 1-year extension options.*** Cleaning chemicals for use across University sites including offices, teaching facilities and student accommodation. This contract has been awarded via mini competition using the ESPO Framework for Cleaning Materials and Janitorial Supplies (ref 777_22).

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4ebf999f-9542-41a9-9e85-0c955228b4c4 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Jan 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 7 Jan 2026 |
| Contract period | 7 Jan 2026 - 7 Jan 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £168,576 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £168,576 |
| 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 EXETER |
| Locality | EXETER |
| Post town | Exeter |
| Postcode | EX4 4QH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK4 Devon |
| ITL 3 | TLK43 Devon CC |
| Local authority | Exeter |
| Electoral ward | Duryard and St James |
| Westminster constituency | Exeter |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | AUK SUPPLIES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

### Codes

- 39830000 - Cleaning products

## Release History

- 23 Jan 2026 at 15:41 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4ebf999f-9542-41a9-9e85-0c955228b4c4

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4ebf999f-9542-41a9-9e85-0c955228b4c4
  23rd January 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://www.exeter.ac.uk

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