---
title: "Linen Laundering Service"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06a2f5"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "EAST SUFFOLK AND NORTH ESSEX NHS FOUNDATION TRUST"
published: "2026-05-26"
---

# Linen Laundering Service

Buyer: EAST SUFFOLK AND NORTH ESSEX NHS FOUNDATION TRUST  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06a2f5

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## Summary

The East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust has announced a planned procurement process for a Linen Laundering Service, categorised under laundry-management services. This initiative, identified with the tender ID ESNEFT3251, falls under the services industry category and is set in Colchester, United Kingdom. The current stage of this process is in planning, with a communication update expected by 1st October 2026. The contract, once awarded, will commence on 1st October 2027 and will run until 30th September 2029, providing a robust timeline for potential service providers.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in laundry and linen services to expand their operations by partnering with a reputable public authority. Companies with a proven track record in managing large-scale laundry services and the capability to meet the NHS's rigorous standards will find this an excellent opportunity for growth. The provision of reliable and high-quality laundering solutions will be essential for successful bidding, making this an ideal contract for established businesses in the logistics and cleaning sectors looking to secure long-term engagements with public sector clients.

## Notice

Provision of Linen and Laundry Service ESNEFT

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048543-2026 |
| Notice type | UK1 - Pipeline 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 | 26 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 1 Oct 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Sep 2027 - 30 Sep 2029 |
| 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 | Planned |
| Lots status | Planned |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | EAST SUFFOLK AND NORTH ESSEX NHS FOUNDATION TRUST |
| Locality | COLCHESTER |
| Post town | Colchester |
| Postcode | CO4 5JL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH3 Essex |
| ITL 3 | TLH34 Essex Haven Gateway |
| Local authority | Colchester |
| Electoral ward | Mile End |
| Westminster constituency | Colchester |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 98 - Other community, social and personal services

### Codes

- 98311100 - Laundry-management services

## Release History

- 26 May 2026 at 10:21 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048543-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048543-2026
  26th May 2026 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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