--- title: "52_26 Janitorial, Hygiene and Cleaning Equipment" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-050918" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-050918" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-050918.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-050918.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "ESPO" published: "2026-02-05" --- # 52_26 Janitorial, Hygiene and Cleaning Equipment Buyer: ESPO Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-050918 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-050918) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-050918.json) ## Summary The procurement process managed by Leicestershire County Council, trading as ESPO (Eastern Shires Purchasing Organisation), revolves around a framework for supplying Janitorial, Hygiene, and Cleaning Equipment. The framework is part of a completed procurement phase, taking place in the United Kingdom, specifically in Leicester, with a signing date of 23rd January 2026. The main focus of this framework, titled "52_26 Janitorial, Hygiene and Cleaning Equipment," falls under the goods category. ESPO, a sub-central government public authority, utilised an open procedure as the procurement method. The framework will provide ESPO stock and directly deliver goods to ESPO's customers. The contract entails a series of lots, each representing specific categories of products such as brooms, brushes, cloths, sponges, and environmental-friendly cleaning tools, distributed across the UK. The contracts within this framework will commence on 1st March 2026 and potentially last until 28th February 2030, factoring in optional extension periods. This framework provides substantial growth opportunities for businesses involved in producing or distributing cleaning supplies and related accessories. It accommodates both SMEs and large enterprises, evidenced by the diverse range of suppliers already awarded lots, including SMEs like Charles Bentley & Son Limited and larger corporations such as Lyreco UK Limited. Businesses that can offer competitively priced, quality cleaning products or have the capacity to fulfil large bulk orders are particularly well-suited to benefit from future opportunities in this framework. Suppliers committed to sustainable and innovative cleaning solutions will also find significant market potential, aligning with the framework's provisions for a sustainable range lot. ## Notice An ESPO catalogue framework for the supply of janitorial and cleaning equipment, such as mops, brushes, cleaning cloths, cleaning trolleys, litter pickers etc. Goods are for ESPO stock and direct delivery to ESPO customers (ESPO Only Framework). The framework is divided into 8 lots. ### Lot Information Brooms and Brushes Bulk supply of brooms, brushes and associated handles for delivery to the ESPO Distribution Centre, Leicester, to be held in stock by ESPO. For further details, please refer to the procurement/tender documents. Options: ESPO reserves the right to add or remove products throughout the life of the contract within the scope of the framework. Renewal: Once the initial period of the contract has ended (i.e., 31 March 2028), there is the option to extend the framework by up to a further 23 months. This is dependent on ESPO, ESPO Customers, and market needs, as well as the performance of sales. All estimated values captured in this notice include the option to extend the framework as noted above. Cloths and Sponges Bulk supply of cloths and sponges, including tea towels, oven gloves, scourers etc. for delivery to the ESPO Distribution Centre, Leicester, to be held in stock by ESPO. For further details, please refer to the procurement/tender documents. Options: ESPO reserves the right to add or remove products throughout the life of the contract within the scope of the framework. Renewal: Once the initial period of the contract has ended (i.e., 31 March 2028), there is the option to extend the framework by up to a further 23 months. This is dependent on ESPO, ESPO Customers, and market needs, as well as the performance of sales. All estimated values captured in this notice include the option to extend the framework as noted above. Mops, Buckets and Sweepers Bulk supply of mop heads and handles, buckets, sweepers and mopping kits for delivery to the ESPO Distribution Centre, Leicester, to be held in stock by ESPO, as well as for direct delivery to individual ESPO customers. For further details, please refer to the procurement/tender documents. Options: ESPO reserves the right to add or remove products throughout the life of the contract within the scope of the framework. Renewal: Once the initial period of the contract has ended (i.e., 31 March 2028), there is the option to extend the framework by up to a further 23 months. This is dependent on ESPO, ESPO Customers, and market needs, as well as the performance of sales. All estimated values captured in this notice include the option to extend the framework as noted above. Floor Pads Bulk supply of floor cleaning pads for delivery to the ESPO Distribution Centre, Leicester, to be held in stock by ESPO. For further details, please refer to the procurement/tender documents. Options: ESPO reserves the right to add or remove products throughout the life of the contract within the scope of the framework. Renewal: Once the initial period of the contract has ended (i.e., 31 March 2028), there is the option to extend the framework by up to a further 23 months. This is dependent on ESPO, ESPO Customers, and market needs, as well as the performance of sales. All estimated values captured in this notice include the option to extend the framework as noted above. Indoor Waste Bins Bulk supply of waste bins, including swing bins, pedal bins, roll-top bins, food waste caddies, personal hygiene/sanitary bins and dustbins etc. for delivery to the ESPO Distribution Centre, Leicester, to be held in stock by ESPO, as well as for direct delivery to individual ESPO customers. For further details, please refer to the procurement/tender documents. Options: ESPO reserves the right to add or remove products throughout the life of the contract within the scope of the framework. Renewal: Once the initial period of the contract has ended (i.e., 31 March 2028), there is the option to extend the framework by up to a further 23 months. This is dependent on ESPO, ESPO Customers, and market needs, as well as the performance of sales. All estimated values captured in this notice include the option to extend the framework as noted above. ESPO Smartbuy Branded Cloths and Sponges Bulk supply of cloths and sponges that are packaged with ESPO's private label "Smartbuy" branding for delivery to the ESPO Distribution Centre, Leicester, to be held in stock by ESPO. For further details, please refer to the procurement/tender documents. Options: ESPO reserves the right to add or remove products throughout the life of the contract within the scope of the framework. Renewal: Once the initial period of the contract has ended (i.e., 31 March 2028), there is the option to extend the framework by up to a further 23 months. This is dependent on ESPO, ESPO Customers, and market needs, as well as the performance of sales. All estimated values captured in this notice include the option to extend the framework as noted above. General Cleaning Equipment Bulk supply of general janitorial and cleaning equipment including litter pickers, laundry equipment, janitorial trolleys and other miscellaneous equipment for delivery to the ESPO Distribution Centre, Leicester, to be held in stock by ESPO, as well as for direct delivery to individual ESPO customers. For further details, please refer to the procurement/tender documents. Options: ESPO reserves the right to add or remove products throughout the life of the contract within the scope of the framework. Renewal: Once the initial period of the contract has ended (i.e., 31 March 2028), there is the option to extend the framework by up to a further 23 months. This is dependent on ESPO, ESPO Customers, and market needs, as well as the performance of sales. All estimated values captured in this notice include the option to extend the framework as noted above. Sustainable Range Bulk supply of environmentally sustainable cloths, sponges, brushes etc. for delivery to the ESPO Distribution Centre, Leicester, to be held by ESPO in stock. For further details, please refer to the procurement/tender documents. Options: ESPO reserves the right to add or remove products throughout the life of the contract within the scope of the framework. Renewal: Once the initial period of the contract has ended (i.e., 31 March 2028), there is the option to extend the framework by up to a further 23 months. This is dependent on ESPO, ESPO Customers, and market needs, as well as the performance of sales. All estimated values captured in this notice include the option to extend the framework as noted above. ### Planning Information The purpose of the Preliminary market engagement (PME) is to cover a range of topics designed to best explore our requirements in a possible future procurement. These topics may include: 1. develop ESPO's requirements and approach to the procurement 2. help better identify suitable suppliers in the market and their supply chains 3. understand products/service offerings from suppliers and the marketplace in general Engagement with suppliers is anticipated to be a mix of methods, including Requests for Information (RFI) and meetings (both virtual and/or in-person). Visits to supplier's premises may also be used where deemed to be of particular use. For the purposes of this Preliminary market engagement (PME), please express your interest as follows: (a) Go to https://www.eastmidstenders.org/; (b) Register (if not already registered on ProContract); (c) Search for tender opportunity '52_26' (via "View Opportunities" from the EastMidsTenders Portal); d) Express an interest. Please access the Messages area/section of the eProcurement Portal (ProContract / EastMidsTenders - Messages can be accessed via the Activity dashboard once an Expression of interest has been completed) for any further communications on this preliminary market engagement, including the RFI documentation - optional responses are required by 12/05/2025. In the case of any questions or clarifications relating to this PME, these should also be submitted to ESPO as a Message on the eProcurement Portal (again once an Expression of interest has been completed). Notwithstanding the above process, as this procurement exercise is a renewal of an existing ESPO framework, ESPO reserves the right to engage with some, all or none of the incumbent suppliers appointed to the existing framework, alongside any additional suppliers identified following the above expression of interest and/or RFI exercise. Suppliers should note that this is a preliminary market engagement exercise (and NOT a competitive tender process at this stage). The participation of a supplier in this preliminary market engagement will not constitute any contractual agreement between the respondent and ESPO. A supplier's participation, or lack of participation, in this preliminary market engagement shall not impact the ability of the supplier to participate in any resulting tender exercise. Suppliers should note that any interest indicated does not constitute a commitment to participate in any future tendering exercise. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010523-2026 | | Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Large, SME | | All stages | Planning, Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 5 Feb 2026 | | Submission deadline | 15 Sep 2025 | | Future notice date | 13 Jun 2025 | | Award date | 27 Nov 2025 | | Contract period | 1 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2028 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £2,600,000 | | Lots value | £2,600,000 | | Awards value | £2,600,000 | | Contracts value | £2,166,667 | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Complete | | Awards status | Active | | Contracts status | Active | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | ESPO | | Additional buyers | LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL, TRADING AS ESPO | | Locality | LEICESTER | | Post town | Leicester | | Postcode | LE19 1ES | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire | | ITL 3 | TLF22 Leicestershire CC and Rutland | | Local authority | Blaby | | Electoral ward | Enderby | | Westminster constituency | South Leicestershire | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 14 | | Supplier names | AMPLE STAR ENTERPRISES; ARROW COUNTY SUPPLIES; BANNER GROUP; CHARLES BENTLEY & SON; ECONIX; LYRECO; PATTERSONS (BRISTOL; POLYCO HEALTHLINE; RAMON HOLDINGS LIMITED (T/A RAMON HYGIENE PRODUCTS; ROBERT SCOTT & SONS; SAUL D HARRISON & SONS; TEXET SALES; THE HELPING HAND COMPANY (LEDBURY; THOMAS STONER SUPPLIES | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 03 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products - 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation - 39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products ### Codes - 03313200 - Natural sponges - 34928480 - Waste and rubbish containers and bins - 39224100 - Brooms - 39224200 - Brushes - 39224300 - Brooms and brushes and other articles for household cleaning - 39224310 - Toilet brushes - 39224320 - Sponges - 39224330 - Buckets - 39224340 - Bins - 39224350 - Dustpans - 39291000 - Laundry supplies - 39514200 - Tea towels - 39525600 - Dishcloths - 39525800 - Cleaning cloths - 39525810 - Polishing cloths - 39542000 - Rags - 39713420 - Floor polishers - 39830000 - Cleaning products - 39831300 - Floor cleaners ## Release History - 5 Feb 2026 at 14:13 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010523-2026 - 6 Jan 2026 at 14:32 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000711-2026 - 13 Aug 2025 at 08:21 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048243-2025 - 29 Apr 2025 at 11:54 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017590-2025 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010523-2026 5th February 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000711-2026 6th January 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048243-2025 13th August 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017590-2025 29th April 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender - https://www.eastmidstenders.org/ To tender (please proceed to step (e) if an Expression of interest has already been completed): (a) Go to https://www.eastmidstenders.org/; (b) Register (if not already registered on ProContract); (c) Search for tender opportunity '52_26' (via "View Opportunities" from the EastMidsTenders Portal); (d) Express an interest (if not already completed via the previously Published Preliminary market engagement notice); (e) Download the procurement/tender documents (from the ProContract Activity summary screen, once an Expression of interest has been completed). ## Notice URLs - http://arrowcounty.com - http://www.amplestarenterprises.com - http://www.banneruk.com - http://www.bio-bin.co.uk - http://www.charlesbentley.com - http://www.harrisonwipes.co.uk - http://www.helpinghand.co.uk - http://www.lyreco.com - http://www.pattersons.co.uk - http://www.polycohealthline.com - http://www.ramonhygiene.co.uk - http://www.robert-scott.co.uk - http://www.texet.com - http://www.thomastoner.co.uk - https://www.espo.org/ - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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