---
title: "Toilet Cleansing in Parks & Public Spaces -Soft Market Testing"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06843a"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER COUNCIL"
published: "2026-04-16"
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# Toilet Cleansing in Parks & Public Spaces -Soft Market Testing

Buyer: CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER COUNCIL  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06843a

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## Summary

The upcoming procurement process initiated by Cheshire West and Chester Council focuses on providing cleaning and sanitation services in parks and public spaces, titled "Toilet Cleansing in Parks & Public Spaces - Soft Market Testing". This tender, set in the planning stage, invites engagement until 8 May 2026 as detailed on The Chest. The services fall under the industry category of cleaning and sanitation, with the procurement covering locations within the UKD6 region. Scheduled to commence on 1 April 2027, this planning-phase tender presents a substantial opportunity for service providers, governed by the legal framework UKPGA 2023/54.

This tender opens new avenues for businesses specialising in cleaning and sanitation services, particularly those suited to provide efficient solutions for public environments. It is designed to attract interest from SMEs and VCSEs looking to enhance their market presence by aligning with a sub-central government authority. As the opportunity exceeds typical thresholds, it signifies potential scale and long-term engagement, spanning until 31 March 2030, thus offering considerable potential for business growth. Cheshire West and Chester Council’s procurement objectives promise to foster competitive participation in improving community public spaces, making ideal candidates those with robust service capabilities and local operational knowledge.

## Notice

Toilet Cleansing in Parks & Public Spaces -Soft Market Testing Please visit The Chest for full details www.the-chest.org.uk

### Planning Information

Please visit The Chest for full details www.the-chest.org.uk

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034710-2026 |
| Notice type | UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 8 May 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2027 - 31 Mar 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 | Planning |
| Lots status | Planning |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER COUNCIL |
| Locality | ELLESMERE PORT |
| Post town | Chester |
| Postcode | CH65 0BA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD6 Cheshire |
| ITL 3 | TLD63 Cheshire West and Chester |
| Local authority | Cheshire West and Chester |
| Electoral ward | Central & Grange |
| Westminster constituency | Ellesmere Port and Bromborough |
| Delivery location | TLD6 Cheshire |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

### Codes

- 90900000 - Cleaning and sanitation services

## Release History

- 16 Apr 2026 at 12:42 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034710-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034710-2026
  16th April 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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