--- title: "Bournemouth University Contract for Cleaning Services For University Estate" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-055ae7" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-055ae7" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-055ae7.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-055ae7.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "BOURNEMOUTH UNIVERSITY" published: "2025-07-16" --- # Bournemouth University Contract for Cleaning Services For University Estate Buyer: BOURNEMOUTH UNIVERSITY Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-055ae7 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-055ae7) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-055ae7.json) ## Summary Bournemouth University recently initiated a public procurement process for cleaning services across its campus, located in Poole, United Kingdom. The process, which falls under the services industry and is managed by a sub-central government public authority, aims to secure high-quality, comprehensive cleaning services for the university estate. The procurement follows an open competitive flexible procedure, allowing electronic submissions via a designated portal. Interested suppliers should be aware of the key dates, with the tender submission closing on 21 August 2025, and enquiries to be made by 12 August 2025. Although this process was intended to reach its award stage by 20 October 2025, the procurement was unfortunately cancelled due to inconsistencies in the tender documentation which prompted the university to ensure clarity and fairness in its procurement undertakings. This tender presents a robust opportunity for cleaning contractors who specialise in large-scale, multi-site operations. Firms capable of providing services on a 24/7, year-round basis, including holidays, with a commitment to maintaining high standards and employing sustainable practices, would find this tender particularly suited to their expertise. Furthermore, businesses that pride themselves on innovation, using environmentally responsible products and technologies, and maintaining a competent, well-monitored workforce will likely find this contract aligns well with their growth strategies. Although postponed, interested parties should prepare for potential future opportunities as Bournemouth University seeks clarity and reopens tender procedures. ## Notice Overview: Bournemouth University is seeking to appoint a professional and experienced cleaning contractor to provide high-quality, reliable, and comprehensive cleaning services across its full estate. The appointed contractor will be responsible for maintaining cleanliness and hygiene standards to a consistently high level across all areas, in support of the well-being and experience of students, staff, visitors, and affiliates. Scope of Services: The successful contractor will be required to deliver cleaning services on a 24 hours a day, 365 days a year basis, covering all parts of the University estate, including but not limited to: Academic and Administrative Buildings: Lecture halls, seminar rooms, laboratories, libraries, offices, and communal areas. Student Accommodation: Both University-owned and managed residential buildings. Public Areas: Entrances, foyers, restrooms, corridors, lifts, staircases, and outdoor communal spaces. Special Events Support: Ad-hoc or scheduled event cleaning, including graduation ceremonies, open days, and conferences. Emergency Response Cleaning: On-call support for spillages, weather-related cleaning, or hygiene incidents. Objectives: Maintain a safe, clean, and welcoming environment conducive to academic excellence. Deliver consistently high standards of cleanliness across all facilities. Ensure compliance with all applicable health, safety, and environmental regulations. Employ sustainable and environmentally responsible cleaning practices. Demonstrate flexibility and responsiveness to the University's operational and academic calendar. Key Requirements: Demonstrated experience in delivering large-scale, multi-site cleaning contracts. Capacity to operate 24/7, 365 days per year, including public holidays. Robust quality assurance and performance monitoring systems. Competent, trained, and uniformed cleaning staff, including appropriate supervision. Ability to use eco-friendly products and cleaning technologies. ### Lot Information Lot LOT-0001 Renewal: Initial 5 year term with a optional 5 year contract extension. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040659-2025 | | Notice type | UK12 - Procurement Termination Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Competitive flexible procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 16 Jul 2025 | | Submission deadline | 21 Aug 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 1 Apr 2026 - 31 Mar 2031 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £13,333,333 | | Lots value | £13,333,333 | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Cancelled | | Lots status | Cancelled | | Awards status | Cancelled | | Contracts status | Cancelled | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | BOURNEMOUTH UNIVERSITY | | Additional buyers | Missing | | Locality | POOLE | | Post town | Bournemouth | | Postcode | BH12 5BB | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset | | ITL 3 | TLK63 Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole | | Local authority | Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole | | Electoral ward | Talbot & Branksome Woods | | Westminster constituency | Bournemouth West | | Delivery location | TLK24 Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services ### Codes - 90900000 - Cleaning and sanitation services - 90910000 - Cleaning services - 90911100 - Accommodation cleaning services - 90919000 - Office, school and office equipment cleaning services - 90919200 - Office cleaning services ## Release History - 16 Jul 2025 at 16:03 - TenderCancellation - UK12 - Procurement Termination Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040659-2025 - 9 Jul 2025 at 14:06 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038664-2025 - 9 Jul 2025 at 13:09 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038614-2025 - 9 Jul 2025 at 11:02 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038543-2025 - 9 Jul 2025 at 10:26 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038516-2025 - 8 Jul 2025 at 09:56 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038138-2025 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040659-2025 16th July 2025 - Procurement termination notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038664-2025 9th July 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038614-2025 9th July 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038543-2025 9th July 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038516-2025 9th July 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038138-2025 8th July 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - http://www.bournemouth.ac.uk - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/bournemouthuniversity - 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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