---
title: "Invitation to Quote for Cleaning Services - Eday Pier"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000830549"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "ORKNEY ISLANDS COUNCIL"
published: "2026-04-28"
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# Invitation to Quote for Cleaning Services - Eday Pier

Buyer: ORKNEY ISLANDS COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000830549

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## Summary

The Orkney Islands Council is currently in the tender stage of a public procurement process, inviting quotations for cleaning services at the Eday Pier. This contract falls under the general public services category and is located in the Orkney Islands, specifically within the region designated as UKM65. The procurement follows an open procedure, requiring electronic submissions via the Public Contracts Scotland website. The tender process is active from 28th April 2026, with bids due by 22nd May 2026 at noon. The contract commences on 1st June 2026 for three years, with potential extensions based on performance.

This tender represents a strategic opportunity for business growth in the cleaning services sector, particularly for providers specialising in maintaining public facilities to specified cleanliness standards. Businesses with capabilities in swift reporting of defects and keyholder responsibilities may find this contract appealing. The estimated yearly value is approximately £2,500, with all necessary materials and equipment provided. It is ideal for companies seeking to establish a foothold or expand their operations in the Orkney region, benefiting from a steady work pipeline and the possibility of contract renewal based on performance.

## Notice

The main aim and purpose of work is to ensure public conveniences and waiting rooms are cleaned to an acceptable standard of cleanliness and defects reported timeously to keep buildings in good working order.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The work consists of cleaning the premises to a set standard (as specified by the Authority) and reporting damage or defects to the building or fixtures and fittings. Keyholder responsibilities may be included. The Contract is expected to commence by 1 May 2025 and will be for a period of 3 years with 2 Authority held options to extend for a further 12 months each. It is estimated that the value will be approximately GBP 2500 per annum. All materials and equipment is provided.

Renewal: 2 x 12 month Authority held option for extension subject to satisfactory supplier performance.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR554745 |
| Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Contract 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 | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 28 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 22 May 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Jun 2026 - 31 May 2031 |
| Recurrence | Ahead of completion of contract, the opportunity will be rerun. |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £15,000 |
| Lots value | £15,000 |
| 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 | ORKNEY ISLANDS COUNCIL |
| Locality | KIRKWALL |
| Post town | Kirkwall |
| Postcode | KW15 1NY |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM2 Highlands and Islands |
| ITL 3 | TLM20 Highlands and Islands |
| Local authority | Orkney Islands |
| Electoral ward | Kirkwall East |
| Westminster constituency | Orkney and Shetland |
| Delivery location | TLM65 Orkney Islands |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

### Codes

- 90910000 - Cleaning services
- 90911200 - Building-cleaning services

## Release History

- 28 Apr 2026 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR554745

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR554745
  Invitation to Quote for Cleaning Services - Eday Pier - The main aim and purpose of work is to ensure public conveniences and waiting rooms are cleaned to an acceptable standard of cleanliness and defects reported timeously to keep buildings in good working order.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.orkney.gov.uk
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000830549
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=830549
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx

## Provenance

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