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title: "Cleaning: Event & Performance (Cultural Venues)"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-04b494"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "THE CITY OF EDINBURGH COUNCIL"
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# Cleaning: Event & Performance (Cultural Venues)

Buyer: THE CITY OF EDINBURGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04b494

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## Summary

The City of Edinburgh Council is initiating a public procurement process for specialised cleaning services at several of its cultural venues, including Usher Hall, Assembly Rooms, and Church Hill Theatre. This falls under the "Cleaning services" classification (CPV code: 90910000) within the services category. The focus is on ensuring meticulous cleaning standards to maintain cleanliness and hygienic conditions for visitors and staff, with the procurement process currently in the planning stage. The anticipated value of the contract is £1,084,280. Key dates include the future notice date on 8th January 2025, with the contract expected to commence in June 2025 for an initial duration of two years, with the potential for two 1-year extensions, up to a maximum of four years. This tender aims to align with the Council’s sustainability goals, including the use of eco-friendly cleaning practices.

This procurement presents a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in high-quality cleaning services, particularly those with experience in cultural or heritage-listed venues, to secure a contract with a significant public authority. The tender's focus on sustainability and the City's commitment to achieving Net Zero by 2030 means that companies capable of incorporating environmentally friendly cleaning practices and products will be particularly well-suited. Additionally, businesses that can ensure compliance with regulatory standards, including conservation guidelines for heritage sites, would be competitive candidates. This contract will support business growth through long-term engagement with the City of Edinburgh Council in a prestigious role maintaining renowned cultural locations, potentially also extending services to other council-owned properties as needed.

## Notice

Background The City of Edinburgh Council is seeking expressions of interest from qualified suppliers for the provision of specialised cleaning services at our cultural venues: Usher Hall, Assembly Rooms, and Church Hill Theatre.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Background - The City of Edinburgh Council is seeking expressions of interest from qualified suppliers for the provision of specialised cleaning services at our cultural venues: Usher Hall, Assembly Rooms, and Church Hill Theatre. These listed venues require meticulous cleaning standards to ensure a hygienic, safe, and welcoming environment for visitors and to protect the heritage features of each site. The Council's focus on sustainability and commitment to achieving Net Zero by 2030 means the chosen provider will be required to incorporate eco-friendly cleaning practices and products as part of their service. Scope of Requirement - This contract will cover cleaning services before, during, and after events, as well as regular maintenance cleaning to maintain high standards across each venue. Cleaning duties include but are not limited to: - Auditorium, foyer, and public areas - Restrooms and backstage areas - Specialised care for heritage-listed interiors and materials - Adherence to sustainability goals, with the use of non-toxic cleaning agents, recycling, and waste reduction measures The cleaning services will also occasionally be extended to other council-owned sites, such as but not limited to, the Ross Bandstand, to meet operational needs. Objectives - The main objectives for this contract are to: 1. Provide high-quality, sustainable cleaning services that safeguard the venue's reputation, protect client and customer interests, and support the financial goals of the venue. 2. Maintain public health and safety by ensuring hygienic conditions for visitors and staff. 3. Support the Council's Net Zero goals by minimising the environmental impact of cleaning practices. 4. Ensure compliance with all regulatory standards, including conservation guidelines for heritage-listed venues. Contract Duration - The contract is anticipated to commence in June 2025, with an initial duration of two years, with the possibility of two 1-year extensions (up to a maximum of four years). Interested organisations should note interest and may be contacted for further information as the Council seeks to understand the market.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036047-2024 |
| Notice type | Planning Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 7 Nov 2024 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 8 Jan 2025 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,084,280 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planned |
| Lots status | Planned |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THE CITY OF EDINBURGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH8 8BG |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM13 City of Edinburgh |
| Local authority | City of Edinburgh |
| Electoral ward | City Centre |
| Westminster constituency | Edinburgh East and Musselburgh |
| Delivery location | TLM75 City of Edinburgh |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

### Codes

- 90900000 - Cleaning and sanitation services
- 90910000 - Cleaning services

## Release History

- 7 Nov 2024 at 11:39 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036047-2024

## Notice URLs

- http://www.edinburgh.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000782422
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=782422
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00290

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