Cleaning Services Contract for Orbital South Colleges: East Surrey College and John Ruskin College

Description

Orbital South Colleges (OSC) is a leading further education group comprising East Surrey College, John Ruskin College, Reigate School of Art and Orbital South Colleges University Centre. The Colleges provide an extensive range of vocational, technical and professional education, from entry level through to degree-level study, including apprenticeships, Higher National qualifications and professional courses. Teaching is delivered by experienced, industry-qualified staff and is supported by strong links with employers, careers services and local communities. OSC is undertaking this tender exercise to source a flexible and best value cleaning contractor with whom they can partner to provide the high standards required to ensure consistently clean Colleges throughout the term of the contract and maximise the potential that the College facilities offer. The successful contractor must have a proactive approach to service development and innovation. The College sites include all campuses at: East Surrey College, Gatton Point, London Road, Redhill, Surrey RH1 2JX John Ruskin College, Selsdon Park Road, South Croydon, CR2 8JJ The service required will involve a comprehensive cleaning service covering all the College sites, including core term time cleaning and periodic deep cleaning throughout the year, plus some specific external cleaning. This contract provides an excellent opportunity for an experienced contractor to review the current cleaning provision and propose practical enhancements. OSC is seeking innovative ideas to develop and enhance the services, supported by robust management and assurance of appropriate staffing levels at all times. The contract is expected to commence on 1 April 2027 for an initial two-year term, with the option to extend for up to two further one-year periods. The total area is approximately 33,380 m² across both the East Surrey College and John Ruskin College campuses. The current annual contract value is approximately £500,000 across both Colleges. The contract will be awarded on a fixed-price basis, with invoices submitted monthly to the Client. Experience of delivering comparable, large-scale cleaning services across multiple educational sites is desirable. TUPE will apply.

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