Lyme Regis Town Council has published a procurement opportunity for cleaning services contract for multiple council sites - lyme regis town council (2026-2027) with an estimated value of £100,000. The submission deadline is 30 April 2026, giving eligible UK suppliers a limited window to prepare and submit bids through the official Contracts Finder portal.

Published on 2026-04-09, this contract is open to suitably qualified suppliers across the United Kingdom. All businesses interested in bidding should review the full tender documentation and confirm they meet all eligibility requirements before the closing date.

Contract overview

Lyme Regis Town Council invites tenders for the provision of professional cleaning services across seven Council managed sites. The contract includes routine cleaning of office and welfare buildings, the Guildhall, and multi daily cleaning of two public toilet facilities at Marine Parade and Anning Road. These locations require consistently high standards of hygiene due to daily use, varied functions and their importance for staff wellbeing, visitor experience and public presentation. The contract is for an initial period of one (1) year, commencing 1 June 2026, with the option to extend annually, subject to satisfactory performance and Council approval. Any extension is not guaranteed. The scope of the contract includes, but is not limited to: routine and periodic cleaning of Council premises; cleaning of public convenience facilities; provision of reliable attendance and cover arrangements; management and supervision of cleaning operatives; compliance with all Health & Safety and COSHH requirements; environmentally responsible cleaning practices; and performance monitoring in line with agreed Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). The successful contractor will be required to deliver services consistently across all specified locations, ensuring premises are clean, safe, hygienic and presentable for staff, residents and visitors. Performance will be reviewed on a quarterly basis through a formal KPI framework. KPI outcomes will be taken into account when considering any contract extension. How to apply: Interested suppliers must submit a completed tender in accordance with the requirements set out in the Invitation to Tender (ITT) and associated tender documentation. Tender submissions must be received by the stated closing date and time, using the submission method specified in the ITT. Late submissions will not be accepted. All tender submissions must include all required documents identified within the ITT and the Supplier Submission

Lyme Regis Town Council is the contracting authority. The estimated value is £100,000 and the deadline is 30 April 2026. Download the full specification from the official portal before preparing a bid.

Is your business eligible?

This contract is most relevant to facilities management companies, cleaning contractors, waste management firms. Suppliers typically need to demonstrate experience delivering similar contracts, appropriate financial standing, and hold environmental permits, ISO 14001.

Under the Procurement Act 2023, Lyme Regis Town Council must actively consider SME participation. Check whether this contract has been structured into lots.

• Proven track record in environmental & facilities contracts of comparable scope
• Financial standing appropriate for a £100,000 contract
• Relevant certifications: environmental permits, ISO 14001
• Capacity to mobilise within Lyme Regis Town Council’s required timeframe
• Ability to meet the 30 April 2026 submission deadline

How to submit a bid

• Step 1 — Access the notice: Visit Contracts Finder at https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/890600
• Step 2 — Register free: Create or log in to your supplier account
• Step 3 — Download documents: Read the full ITT before preparing your response
• Step 4 — Raise clarifications: Submit questions early — Q&A typically closes 1–2 weeks before the deadline
• Step 5 — Submit before 30 April 2026: Late submissions are not accepted

What the buyer will evaluate

Lyme Regis Town Council will assess all compliant bids against published criteria. Buyers typically apply a 60% quality and 40% price weighting. Under the Procurement Act 2023, social value is a mandatory evaluation criterion.

Writing a winning bid

• Lead with an executive summary addressing Lyme Regis Town Council’s objectives directly
• Provide two or more case studies with measurable outcomes from comparable contracts
• Include specific, costed social value commitments
• Price to win but ensure your margin covers full delivery
• Submit at least 24 hours before 30 April 2026

Frequently asked questions

Can SMEs bid for this contract?

Yes. The Procurement Act 2023 requires Lyme Regis Town Council to consider SME suitability and remove unnecessary barriers.

Is registration on the portal free?

Yes. Registering as a supplier on Contracts Finder is completely free.

What happens if I miss the 30 April 2026 deadline?

Late submissions are not accepted. The deadline is absolute. Submit at least 24 hours early.

Where are the full tender documents?

All documents are on the official Contracts Finder listing at https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/890600.

This article is for informational purposes only. Always verify all details on the official procurement portal before submitting a bid. Kael Tripton is not affiliated with or endorsed by Lyme Regis Town Council or the UK government.