Construction Contract Leads
East Midlands
Category Services
Type Tender
No. of Lots 1
Status Active
Published 10th Aug 2026
| Reference | ocds-h6vhtk-06e016 |
| Common Procurement Vocabulary | School cleaning services |
| Procurement Method | Competitive flexible procedure |
| Value | £3,677,760 |
East Midlands
Category Services
Type Tender
No. of Lots 1
Status Active
Published 10th Aug 2026
| Reference | ocds-h6vhtk-06e016 |
| Common Procurement Vocabulary | School cleaning services |
| Procurement Method | Competitive flexible procedure |
| Value | £3,677,760 |
Scope
Description
Formed in January 2026 through the merger of two successful multi-academy trusts, Tapestry brings together a wealth of expertise, resources, and a shared commitment to excellence. This new partnership creates a strong network of schools dedicated to delivering outstanding education and enriching opportunities for every student.
Tapestry Learning Partnership are seeking Cleaning services providers to Tender for the provision of a full daily Cleaning service within their Schools, during term time, and periodic Cleaning services outside of term time.
The contract will be for three years in duration, with the option to extend for a further one period of up to two years and with a commencement date of 01 August 2027.
Full details will be included in the Invitation to Tender.
TUPE regulations apply to this contract, which involves the transfer of existing Cleaning Staff, of which some may be members of the Local Government Pension Scheme, requiring arrangements to be made for 'Admitted Body' status with the relevant pension fund.
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Total value (estimated)
- 拢3,677,760 excluding VAT
- 拢3,677,760 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 August 2027 to 31 July 2030
- Possible extension to 31 July 2032
- 5 years
Description of possible extension:
In agreement with the client an option to extend for a further one period of up to two years.
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 90919300 - School cleaning services
Contract locations
- UKF1 - Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Participation
Particular suitability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
11 September 2026, 12:00pm
Submission type
Tenders
Deadline for requests to participate
11 September 2026, 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)
15 March 2027
Award criteria
| Name | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Operational Response | Quality | 85% |
| Financial Response | Price | 15% |
Other information
Applicable trade agreements
- Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)
- Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP)
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Competitive flexible procedure
Competitive flexible procedure description
This procurement will be a multi-stage tender process. The PSQ will be followed by an initial shortlisting, with successful suppliers invited to the next stage of the process. The ITT will follow, with a second shortlisting and the top scoring bidders will be invited to the presentation stage.
Contracting authority
Tapestry Learning Partnership
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PYTC-5264-WRRN
Sherwood Rise, Nottingham Road
Nottingham
NG7 7AR
United Kingdom
Telephone: +442081332224
Email: operations [at] invictuspartnership.com
Region: UKF14 - Nottingham
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government
Other organisation
These organisations are carrying out the procurement, or part of it, on behalf of the contracting authorities.
Invictus Partnership Limited
Summary of their role in this procurement: Procurement Consultancy
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PGGP-8622-HHRX
71-75 Shelton Street, Covent Garden
London
WC2H 9JQ
United Kingdom
Telephone: +442081332224
Email: operations [at] invictuspartnership.com
Region: UKI31 - Camden and City of London
Contact organisation
Contact Tapestry Learning Partnership for any enquiries.
