Invitation to Tender - Cleaning Services Contract

Derry Theatre Trust (hereinafter referred to as ‘DTT’) invites tenders from experienced and competent service providers for the Cleaning Services Contract at Millennium Forum Theatre & 
Conference Centre. DTT invites tenders for the provision of Cleaning and Toiletry Facilities for a period of three years. Tenders will be required to present a fixed yearly proposal for the full contract period.
 

About the Millennium Forum
The Millennium Forum is situated in the heart of Derry / Londonderry and serves the theatrical and  conference needs of a diverse and vibrant client base, welcoming theatre-goers, conference  delegates, corporate clients, large group audiences and graduation ceremony attendees. Welcoming over 350,000 visitors each year — encompassing more than 180 performances, multiple  graduation ceremonies and a busy conferencing calendar — the Millennium Forum sits at the very  heart of the cultural and business life of the city. DTT is confident that this visitor profile presents an  ideal and rewarding opportunity for the right cleaning partner. DTT is seeking a provider who can demonstrate genuine pride in maintaining exemplary, welcoming  standards of cleanliness commensurate with the current offering.

Contract Length - 3 years from commencement date 
Possible Extension - Up to a further 24 months, subject to performance 
assessment 
Start Date - TBC upon award 
Max Annual Budget - £55,000 per annum + VAT
Budget Basis - 6 days/week × 3 hours × 3 staff + soap, female hygiene & 
air freshener service
Minimum Wage - All staff paid at or above the National Living Wage
Operation - 7 days per week, 52 weeks per year
Core Hours - Minimum 8:30am–11:30am each performance day
Min. Weekly Hours - 54 man-hours per week (6 days × 3 staff × 3 hours)
Tender Reference - DTT-CLEAN-2026
Closing Date - 19th June 2026 at 1:00 pm
Winner Notified - By 10th July 2026, subject to DTT Board agreement

Site Visits 10th June 2026 - 11:00 am & 2:00 pm. Prior arrangement required — contact paulm@millenniumforum.co.uk by 6th June 2026.

Queries Deadline 12th June 2026 at 1:00 pm - by email to paulm@millenniumforum.co.uk only.

Tender Deadline 19th June 2026 at 1:00 pm - by post, hand or verified email. If printed: 2 copies + USB stick

Full details regarding the scope of work required are provided in the tender documents below.