Scope
Reference
C0287
Description
UKRI is looking to establish a new contract for the provision of Commercial Cleaning Services.
The overall requirement is for a fully integrated and seamless commercial and specialist cleaning service, incorporating management of window and cladding cleaning, provision and servicing of feminine hygiene units and dust mats.
The cleaning services are required to be provided across two different STFC sites- Rutherford Appleton Laboratory (RAL) and Chilbolton Laboratory.
Total value (estimated)
- £9,100,000 excluding VAT
- £10,920,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 4 February 2026 to 3 February 2031
- Possible extension to 3 February 2033
- 7 years
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 90900000 - Cleaning and sanitation services
Contract locations
- UK - United Kingdom
Engagement
Engagement deadline
3 November 2025
Engagement process description
UKRI will be holding a Market Engagement event on Monday 13th October 2025 providing an overview of the requirement and the opportunity for suppliers to ask questions. If you are interested in attending, please email your contact details to STFCprocurement@ukri.org, quoting the UKRI reference number, no later than 8th October 2025.
Participation
Particular suitability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Submission
Publication date of tender notice (estimated)
7 November 2025
Contracting authority
UK Research & Innovation (UKRI)
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PDQJ-7126-JDHG
Polaris House
Swindon, Wiltshire
SN2 1FL
United Kingdom
Email: stfcprocurement@ukri.org
Website: https://www.ukri.org/
Region: UKK14 - Swindon
Organisation type: Public authority - central government