Community Equipment Services (CES) Cleaning Contract

Buyer
Cumberland Council
Value
£500,000
Closes
7 December 2026
Where
Carlisle, the North West
Type
Open tender

In plain English

Cumberland Council wants a contractor to clean, decontaminate and inspect community equipment that it lends to people living at home. The equipment must be safe, hygienic and fit for use, and the work must meet all relevant laws and industry standards.

What the buyer wants

• Clean and decontaminate community equipment issued to individuals in the community • Inspect the equipment to confirm it is safe and fit for purpose • Make sure all work complies with relevant legislation and industry standards

Requirements

What could rule a small business out: The notice does not name specific certifications or minimum turnover, but the requirement to meet all relevant legislation and industry standards for decontaminating and inspecting equipment means a small business would need proven knowledge of those standards and the capacity to handle the full scope of work.

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How to bid

This is an open tender: any eligible business can respond directly to the buyer by the deadline, with no framework membership needed.

Where to apply

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Questions about this tender? Email the buyer at procurement.enabling@cumbria.gov.uk.

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