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title: "Cleaning Services"
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current_stage: "Tender"
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# Cleaning Services

Buyer: BOURNEMOUTH UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05f69e

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## Summary

Bournemouth University is currently inviting tenders for the provision of comprehensive cleaning services across its estate in Poole, UK. The procurement process, managed under an open procedure, is at the tender stage, with the deadline for bid submissions set for 13 March 2026. The contract, valued at £26.5 million, is expected to commence on 1 October 2026 and will last for ten years, including a six-month break clause. The services required encompass accommodation, building, and office cleaning, reflecting the university's commitment to maintaining high standards of cleanliness and safety. Interested suppliers must register via the dedicated In-Tend portal to access the tender documents.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in cleaning services, offering a long-term partnership with a prominent educational institution. With a focus on high-quality service, environmental sustainability, and innovative, technology-based solutions, the contract is particularly suited for companies capable of delivering comprehensive and adaptive cleaning services that meet contemporary standards. Businesses with experience in managing large-scale cleaning operations and those looking to expand their presence in the educational sector will find this an attractive proposition. Additionally, the tender allows for value-driven propositions, integrating cost efficiency with high-quality performance criteria, thus offering a platform for significant business growth and recognition.

## Notice

Bournemouth University (BU) requires the services of a cleaning contractor to ensure its estate is cleaned and serviced to a high standard for the benefit of the students, staff, visitors and affiliates on a 24-hour, 365 days a year basis. BU's core objectives for the Contract are as follows: * High-level customer service, and overall high levels of cleanliness across the BU estate * Safety and wellbeing of students, staff, affiliates, and members of the public, as well as all visitors to BU premises * Prevention of disease and bacterial spread across or throughout BU's estate * Minimising changes in Contractor personnel, both operatives and in the contract management team * Continuity of service including absence cover * Increasing focus on environmental and social sustainability throughout the supply chain * Adoption and deployment of technology-based solutions * Continued innovation and adoption of industry best practice * Cost savings and Value for Money delivered throughout the duration of the Contract * Appointed Supplier to act as an extension of the BU Estates team and report any accidents, incidences, near misses and estate maintenance defects observed by staff The contract commencement date is 01 October 2026. The Contract term will be 10 (ten) years but will incorporate a 6 (six) month break clause that the University can choose to invoke at any time, for any reason. This means that the University can choose to end the Contract early, after the 6 (six) month notice period has passed.

### Planning Information

Bournemouth University intends to publish a tender for the provision of cleaning services across multiple university sites. The anticipated publication date is 07 January 2026, with contract commencement expected on 01 October 2026. 
During the tender period, the University will hold a Supplier Open Day to allow interested suppliers to visit various sites included under the contract. It is anticipated that this Supplier Open Day will take place on Wednesday 04 February 2026 - full details will be provided in the tender documentation. 
This notice is issued to inform suppliers of the forthcoming opportunity and key dates. No supplier engagement is required at this stage, and participation in any preliminary engagement will not confer any advantage in the procurement process.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/005860-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning, Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 13 Mar 2026 |
| Future notice date | 7 Jan 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Sep 2026 - 30 Sep 2036 |
| Recurrence | 2036-01-22 |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £26,500,000 |
| Lots value | £26,500,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | BOURNEMOUTH UNIVERSITY |
| 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

- 90910000 - Cleaning services
- 90911100 - Accommodation cleaning services
- 90911200 - Building-cleaning services
- 90919200 - Office cleaning services

## Release History

- 22 Jan 2026 at 15:20 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/005860-2026
- 16 Dec 2025 at 12:14 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/083313-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/005860-2026
  22nd January 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/083313-2025
  16th December 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/bournemouthuniversity
- https://www.bournemouth.ac.uk
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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