Scope
Description
1.1The University of Leicester is tendering for a framework for ad hoc cleaning services to supplement its in-house cleaning operations. These services are needed at short notice across various sites, including teaching rooms, offices, laboratories, accommodation, and public areas. The appointed contractors must be responsive, professional, and capable of maintaining high cleanliness standards in diverse environments. This includes on-demand cleaning responses and a comprehensive deep cleaning programme during the university vacation periods.
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Commercial tool
Establishes a framework
Total value (estimated)
- £1,200,000 excluding VAT
- £1,440,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 November 2025 to 31 October 2028
- Possible extension to 31 October 2029
- 4 years
Description of possible extension:
1 year until 31/10/2029
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 90910000 - Cleaning services
Contract locations
- UKF21 - Leicester
Framework
Maximum number of suppliers
Unlimited
Maximum percentage fee charged to suppliers
0%
Framework operation description
wither by direct award or further competition
Award method when using the framework
Either with or without competition
Contracting authorities that may use the framework
Establishing party only
Participation
Particular suitability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
31 July 2025, 12:00pm
Tender submission deadline
31 July 2025, 12:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Languages that may be used for submission
English
Award decision date (estimated)
8 September 2025
Award criteria
| Name | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Technical | Quality | 42.5% |
| Commerial | Price | 40% |
| Experience | Quality | 10% |
| Community Benefits | Quality | 7.5% |
Other information
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Open procedure
Contracting authority
The University of Leicester
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PPNM-4297-VLCH
University Road
Leicester
LE1 7RH
United Kingdom
Contact name: Lucy Elms
Email: lme11@le.ac.uk
Region: UKF21 - Leicester
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government