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23_27 Cleaning Chemicals and Hand Soaps

Leicestershire County Council, trading as ESPO(buyer)

Published
Published 7 May 2026
Deadline
Deadline: 30 October 2026 (10 days left)
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Overview

Leicestershire County Council, trading as ESPO, is establishing a four-lot catalogue framework for the supply of cleaning chemicals and hand soaps. The scope covers branded, unbranded, and private label (ESPO Smartbuy) products intended for resale through the ESPO Catalogue. The procurement carries an estimated total value of £7,000,000, with tender submissions accepted until 19 October 2026.

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Lots (4)

  • Industry-Leading Brands of Professional Standard Cleaning Chemicals

    This Lot is for the supply of cleaning chemicals for use in commercial kitchens, offices and classrooms in commercial, industrial and educational environments. The products must be 'professional standard' brands that have established significant market presence and recognition within the professional cleaning and hygiene industry, demonstrated through widespread commercial use, distribution and awareness among professional users. Goods are for delivery to the ESPO warehouse, Leicester.

    £2,500,000

  • Industry-Leading Brands of Professional Standard Hand Soaps

    This Lot is for the supply of hand soaps, hand sanitisers and soap dispensers for use in commercial, industrial and educational environments. The products must be 'professional standard' standard brands that have established significant market presence and recognition within the professional cleaning and hygiene industry, demonstrated through widespread commercial use, distribution and awareness among professional users. Goods are for delivery to the ESPO warehouse, Leicester.

    £2,500,000

  • Non Industry-Leading Brands and Supplier's Own Brand(s) of Cleaning Chemicals and Hand Soaps

    This Lot is for the supply of cleaning chemicals and hand soaps for use in commercial kitchens, offices and classrooms in commercial, industrial and educational environments. The products must be 'professional standard'. Goods are for delivery to the ESPO warehouse, Leicester.

    £833,333

  • ESPO Own-Brand "Smartbuy" Cleaning Chemicals and Hand Soaps

    This Lot is for the supply of cleaning chemicals and hand soaps for use in commercial kitchens, offices and classrooms in commercial, industrial and educational environments. The products must be 'professional standard'. All items are required to be supplied with ESPO's own-brand "smartbuy" labelling adhered to the bottle/container. Goods are for delivery to ESPO's warehouse, Leicester.

    £1,166,667

Key details

Country
United Kingdom
Status
Open for bids
Category
Goods
Estimated value
£7,000,000
Procedure
Open
Contract type
Framework agreement
SME suitable
Yes
Published
7 May 2026
Questions by
23 October 2026
Deadline
30 October 2026
Classification (CPV)
WipesSoapHand sanitizerCleaning and polishing productsAutomatic soap dispensers

Notice history

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  1. Tender Update

    14 October 2026

  2. Contract Notice

    18 September 2026

  3. Prior Information Notice

    28 May 2026

  4. Prior Information Notice

    7 May 2026

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