The NOE CPC Laundry and Linen Services Total Solutions II framework, valued at an impressive £1.2 billion including VAT, marks a major opportunity for suppliers operating across the UK laundry, linen and FM sector. Run by the Leeds and York Partnership NHS Foundation Trust, trading as North of England NHS Commercial Procurement Collaborative (NOE CPC), this agreement will shape NHS laundry and linen provision for the next four years. For laundry, linen and FM suppliers seeking national NHS exposure, understanding this framework’s scale, scope, and requirements is vital.
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Why the NOE CPC Laundry and Linen Services II Framework Stands Out
This NHS framework is not only significant due to its size but also its comprehensive service requirements. Covering everything from general patient laundry, CE marked barrier theatre textiles (both hired and Trust owned), to complex managed services, consultancy and equipment provision, the scale favours innovative and adaptable suppliers. Whether your strengths lie in patient linen hire, equipment installation, preventative maintenance, or end-to-end managed laundry, there are multiple ways to succeed.
Multiple authorities across NHS Trusts benefit from the framework, offering wide exposure and resilient revenue potential for winning suppliers. The chance to deliver to various sites, provide both hired and Trust-owned solutions, and support consultancy or equipment life-cycle services ensures broad appeal to experienced cleaning and linen specialists.
Bidding Considerations and How to Prepare
As a laundry or linen supplier, understanding the breadth of this procurement is crucial. The framework encompasses numerous service areas within its structure. While the published notice does not confirm the precise lotting approach, the existing NOE CPC Laundry and Linen Services Total Solutions framework used a multi-lot structure. This covers general patient laundry, barrier theatre textiles, managed services, consultancy, equipment maintenance, equipment provision and transportation/distribution of linen. Suppliers should therefore expect similarly broad service coverage in the re-procurement. This offers flexibility: selecting lots aligned with your strengths can help focus your bid and demonstrate specialism.
- High value: With a potential value of £1.2 billion, the framework awards are likely to be significant per supplier. Robust delivery models and proven NHS experience will be key.
- Framework access: As an NHS collaborative framework, listing means access to multiple Trusts and contracting bodies without the need for separate tenders per Trust.
- Service breadth: The wide scope allows multi-service providers or specialists to target their ideal market segment.
For suppliers, this framework is a powerful route to grow public sector business and build long-term partnerships. Given the scale and NHS-wide demand, robust quality assurance, compliance (including CE marking where relevant), and swift mobilisation plans will be critical to success.
Quick facts
- Framework value: £1,200,000,000 including VAT
- Duration: 4 years
- Services: General laundry; barrier theatre textiles; managed services; consultancy and training; installation, repair and maintenance of laundry equipment; commercial and industrial equipment provision (purchase and lease)
- Authority: NOE CPC (Leeds and York Partnership NHS Foundation Trust)
- Access for multiple NHS Trusts
Key dates
- Engagement deadline: 17 April 2026
Tips for a Competitive Bid on NOE CPC Laundry and Linen Services II
- Review all service categories: The framework covers a wide portfolio—be clear which lots or services align with your capabilities.
- Demonstrate NHS experience: This will be valued for mobilisation and resilience.
- Highlight specialism: If you offer niche expertise such as barrier theatre textiles, laundry consultancy, equipment maintenance or linen distribution, make this clear in your positioning.
- Prepare compliance evidence: CE marking and equipment standards are specifically referenced; have documentation ready.
- Demonstrate capacity and scale: Showcase your ability to deliver at volume for NHS authorities across multiple locations.
All suppliers should refer carefully to the full published notice and future tender documents for any updates on lotting, requirements, and submission processes. Frameworks of this scale demand both breadth and depth in response. Plan ahead and strategise your best approach.
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