--- title: "Managed Launderette Service" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-c0dcecab-c9f4-4b63-a290-0835cfa6936f" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-c0dcecab-c9f4-4b63-a290-0835cfa6936f" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-c0dcecab-c9f4-4b63-a290-0835cfa6936f.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-c0dcecab-c9f4-4b63-a290-0835cfa6936f.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF KENT" published: "2024-10-08" --- # Managed Launderette Service Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF KENT Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c0dcecab-c9f4-4b63-a290-0835cfa6936f [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-c0dcecab-c9f4-4b63-a290-0835cfa6936f) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-c0dcecab-c9f4-4b63-a290-0835cfa6936f.json) ## Summary The University of Kent is currently seeking a supplier to manage launderette services on its Canterbury campus. The procurement process is at the tender stage, with a deadline for submissions on 22 November 2024. The project involves the delivery, installation, and maintenance of laundry equipment, which is detailed under the CPV classification "Laundry washing, dry-cleaning and drying machines" (42716000), among others. The service will span from 16 June 2025 to 13 September 2025, with full operation expected by 18 September 2025. Key expectations include the installation of new machines, ensuring accessibility, and maintaining launderettes in a modern and clean state. Additional services include redecoration and a seamless transition from the existing contract. This tender presents significant growth opportunities for companies specialising in laundry management and installation services. It is particularly suited for SMEs capable of delivering high-quality services and modern laundry solutions. Companies with expertise in managing maintenance, offering exceptional customer service, and utilising contactless payment systems will find this opportunity attractive. The successful bidder will engage in a long-term contract until 30 September 2030, with the chance to increase or reduce service offerings as required. This contract allows businesses to establish a strong partnership with a reputable higher education institution in the South East region of the United Kingdom. ## Notice The University is seeking a supplier to undertake the delivery of managed launderette services on the Canterbury campus. The supplier should offer a first class, modern service to students utilising contactless payment systems, effective maintenance management and exceptional customer service. The University is seeking a seamless transition from the existing contract to the new contract. It is important that some launderettes on campus shall remain operational throughout the course of the works for use by any remaining students and conference delegates. The new supplier should redecorate the launderette sites prior to installing new machines. These areas should have a modern appearance and be clean and welcoming. The supplier is to install and maintain the laundry equipment while the University will be responsible for the supply of electricity, gas, water and waste water outfall. The supplier will pay the University a monthly commission which will be a percentage of the vend income. The University currently has 78 washing machines and 80 dryers in 12 locations across the Canterbury campus to be replaced with new equipment. In addition, a new student accommodation block with a launderette will be opening on Giles Lane in September 2025 which will also need to have laundry equipment installed. The laundry equipment is currently a combination of electric and gas-fired machines and due to capacity limitations we will need to continue with this mix. All launderettes must have at least one washer and dryer on ground level which can be accessed by a wheelchair user. The work will need to be undertaken and completed within the specified timescales - between 16/06/25 to 13/09/25: the precise dates to be agreed, ensuring all launderettes are fully operational by 18/09/25 in time for the start of the new term. The University reserves the right to increase or reduce the number of machines and /or locations during the term of this contract. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4c8bfe7f-1170-4f21-aa8c-71ed92730c07 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 8 Oct 2024 | | Submission deadline | 22 Nov 2024 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 15 Jun 2025 - 30 Sep 2030 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF KENT | | Locality | CANTERBURY, KENT | | Post town | Canterbury | | Postcode | CT2 7NZ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLJ4 Kent | | ITL 3 | TLJ44 East Kent | | Local authority | Canterbury | | Electoral ward | Blean Forest | | Westminster constituency | Canterbury | | Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 42 - Industrial machinery - 51 - Installation services (except software) - 98 - Other community, social and personal services ### Codes - 42716000 - Laundry washing, dry-cleaning and drying machines - 51543400 - Installation services of laundry washing, dry-cleaning and drying machines - 98311100 - Laundry-management services - 98311200 - Laundry-operation services ## Release History - 8 Oct 2024 at 12:37 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4c8bfe7f-1170-4f21-aa8c-71ed92730c07 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4c8bfe7f-1170-4f21-aa8c-71ed92730c07 8th October 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=86504&B=UNIVERSITYKENT Additional data - https://uk.eu-supply.com/ctm/Company/CompanyInformation/Index/97209 User / Company ## Notice URLs - https://www.kent.ac.uk/finance/procurement.html ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. The canonical page is https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-c0dcecab-c9f4-4b63-a290-0835cfa6936f. The underlying structured data is available as OCDS JSON at https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-c0dcecab-c9f4-4b63-a290-0835cfa6936f.json.