Engage Enrich Excel Academies has published a procurement opportunity for engage enrich excel academies ~ cleaning tender with an estimated value of value not disclosed. The submission deadline is 5 May 2026, giving eligible UK suppliers a limited window to prepare and submit bids through the official Find a Tender portal.

Published on 2026-04-08, 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

The tender covers primary schools within the contracting authority, Engage Enrich Excel Academies. The tender project is seeking to appoint a Contractor whose initiative, innovation and quality of service, will be welcomed for the provision of service within the existing facilities: Maybury Primary School Site, GU21 5DW Maybury Primary School (MPS) is a 1-form entry primary school based in the centre of Woking, Surrey. We have a PAN (Published Admission Number) of 250 and educate pupils from Nursery to Year Six (age 2-11). •Maybury provide a breakfast club which operates form 08:00 to 08:30 Monday to Friday, term-time only. •A number of after-school clubs are in operation. •Currently we have 250 students on roll and 34 teaching and support staff. Westfield Primary School Site, GU22 9PR Westfield Primary School is a 2-form entry primary school based in Woking, Surrey. We have a PAN (Published Admission Number) of 420 and educate pupils from Reception to Year Six. •There is a private nursery on site who we lease space to and forms part of the contract specification. They operate from 8am to 4pm each day, Monday to Friday, term-time only. •A private company provides wrap around care for pupils, and this runs from 7.30am to 8.40am in the morning and from 3.10pm to 6.00pm in the evening. •Currently, we have 368 students on roll and 41 teaching and support staff. Contract Duration The contract being tendered is for three years in duration from 01.09.2026 to 31.08.2029, with the possibility of extending two further years (a year at a time). This will operate as a Fixed Price Contract. Please see PSQ Document for more information.

Engage Enrich Excel Academies is the contracting authority for this procurement. The estimated contract value is value not disclosed and the submission deadline is 5 May 2026. Suppliers should download the full specification from the official portal before preparing a bid.

Is your business eligible?

This contract is most relevant to businesses with relevant experience and qualifications. Suppliers typically need to demonstrate experience delivering similar contracts, appropriate financial standing for a contract of value not disclosed, and hold relevant professional certifications and insurance.

Under the Procurement Act 2023, Engage Enrich Excel Academies must actively consider SME participation. Check whether this contract has been structured into lots accessible to smaller businesses.

• Proven track record in professional services contracts of comparable scope
• Financial standing appropriate for a value not disclosed contract
• Relevant certifications: relevant professional certifications and insurance
• Capacity to mobilise within Engage Enrich Excel Academies’s required timeframe
• Ability to meet the 5 May 2026 submission deadline

How to submit a bid

• Step 1 — Access the notice: Visit Find a Tender at https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031731-2026
• 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 5 May 2026: Late submissions are not accepted under UK procurement rules

What the buyer will evaluate

Engage Enrich Excel Academies will assess all compliant bids against published criteria. For professional services contracts, buyers typically apply a 60% quality and 40% price weighting. Under the Procurement Act 2023, social value is a mandatory evaluation criterion — demonstrate specific, costed commitments to local employment, skills, or environmental sustainability.

Writing a winning bid

The most common reason bids fail is generic content that does not address the buyer’s specific requirements. Engage Enrich Excel Academies has stated precise objectives — your bid must demonstrate you have read and understood them.

• Lead with an executive summary addressing Engage Enrich Excel Academies’s objectives directly
• Provide two or more case studies with measurable outcomes
• Include specific, costed social value commitments
• Price to win but ensure your margin covers full delivery
• Submit at least 24 hours before 5 May 2026

Key dates and next steps

The submission deadline is 5 May 2026. Competitive bids for professional services contracts require two to three weeks of preparation. Following submission, Engage Enrich Excel Academies will typically complete evaluation within four to eight weeks.

• Download all documents from Find a Tender today
• Confirm your organisation meets all eligibility requirements
• Assign a bid lead and set internal milestones now
• Submit clarification questions as early as possible

Frequently asked questions

Can SMEs bid for this contract?

Yes. The Procurement Act 2023 requires Engage Enrich Excel Academies to consider SME suitability and remove unnecessary barriers. Check for lots designed to be accessible to smaller businesses.

Is registration on the portal free?

Yes. Registering as a supplier on Find a Tender is completely free.

What happens if I miss the deadline?

Late submissions are not accepted. The 5 May 2026 deadline is absolute. Submit at least 24 hours early.

How long does evaluation take?

Engage Enrich Excel Academies will notify all bidders once evaluation is complete. Allow four to eight weeks from the submission deadline.

Where are the full tender documents?

All documents are on the official Find a Tender listing at https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031731-2026. Always use the official source.

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 Engage Enrich Excel Academies or the UK government.