Alternative Futures Group - Cleaning Services

Tender description

The successful tenderer will be required to provide cleaning services at all the 7 Hospitals that form part of Alternative Futures Group portfolio, providing a breakdown of cost for specific buildings. The contract is worth between 1 500 000 GBP and 2 000 000 GBP over 3 years. Other sites may form part of the group in the future and these may be added to the contract, if acceptable. Each site operates all year round 365 days of the year. The cleaning service is currently outsourced to a cleaning contractor. Any company wishing to be considered for this contract must be able to demonstrate experience and depth of knowledge in the management and handling of TUPE issues. The contract will commence in February 2016 for an initial period of 3 years, unless it is terminated earlier in accordance with the terms of this Agreement. If the Contract continues for the full 3 year period, the Agreement shall then remain in place, until terminated by either party giving the other not less than 6 months’ notice in writing. Adjustment of the budget on an annual basis shall be with mutual agreement. This contract will be fixed price in nature with the successful contractor working to an output cleaning specification which complies with the British Institute of Cleaning Science (BICSc) standards and The National Specifications for Cleanliness in the NHS. We are seeking a suitably experienced contractor who has current experience of working within the NHS and healthcare market place, ideally with a strong operational base within the North of England, thus allowing for responsive, contract support and management of cleaning staff which is essential for the successful delivery of the service. The successful tenderer will be required to formally report each month on cleaning standard performance and operational matters, ensuring the senior management team at Alternative Futures Group is fully informed about all issues related to delivery of the cleaning service.