Contratto per la pulizia del Centro comune di ricerca di Ispra (Va), compresa la pulizia convenzionale di locali, aree pavimentate, comprese le aree e...

The European Commission, specifically the Joint Research Centre (JRC) in Ispra, Italy, has issued a public procurement tender for cleaning services, valued at approximately €16 million over a maximum duration of 48 months. This contract is intended for comprehensive cleaning and maintenance operations at the JRC site, which spans around 166 hectares with approximately 300 buildings totaling 200,000 square meters, along with extensive paved areas covering 300,000 square meters. The site accommodates about 2,000 personnel daily, necessitating regular cleaning, maintenance, waste management, and pest control services.

Eligible applicants include commercial service providers capable of handling large-scale cleaning operations. The tender does not specify restrictions on participation for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The submission deadline for tenders is set for January 28, 2026, at 16:00 UTC+1, and submissions must be made electronically through the eSubmission system, which is compatible with various file types and languages.

The evaluation criteria for the tender prioritize quality at 40% and price at 60%. The process is an open procedure without a consortium requirement, meaning both individual companies and potential joint ventures may apply. The geographic eligibility typically extends to EU and possibly EEA companies, though specific restrictions are not detailed in the tender documents.

There are various documents available for potential bidders, including administrative specifications, technical specifications, and a draft contract. A crucial requirement for bidders is to obtain a Participant Identification Code (PIC) to participate in the tender process.

Overall, this opportunity is well-suited for experienced cleaning and facility management companies that can effectively manage extensive operations within a large institutional environment.

The European Commission, specifically the Centro comune di ricerca (JRC), is launching an open call for tenders, EC-JRC/IPR/2025/OP/5166, for cleaning services at the JRC site in Ispra, Italy. The tender is for "Contratto per la pulizia del Centro comune di ricerca di Ispra (Va), compresa la pulizia convenzionale di locali, aree pavimentate, comprese le aree esterne, merci, nonché raccolta dei rifiuti e fornitura di materiale igienico," which translates to "Contract for the cleaning of the Joint Research Center of Ispra (Va), including the conventional cleaning of premises, paved areas, including outdoor areas, goods, as well as waste collection and supply of hygiene material."

The JRC Ispra site covers approximately 166 hectares with 30 km of roads. Paved surfaces (roads, courtyards, etc.) cover about 300,000 square meters, and there are approximately 300 buildings with a total area of about 200,000 square meters. The premises also include residences and external services (Nursery, Club House, etc.) and some common parts of the ALER buildings in via Esperia, Ispra. Approximately 2,000 people, both internal and external, are present daily at the JRC in Ispra. All premises must be cleaned regularly, and waste collection must be guaranteed, as well as rodent and pest control. The unit R.I.3 will be responsible for the administrative management of the contract and the control of the service. The current needs are met by service contract No. 942530-2022 with Euro & Promos, which has been in effect since May 2022.

The estimated total value of the tender is 16,000,000 EUR. The contract duration is a maximum of 48 months. The award method will be based on the best price-quality ratio. It is a framework agreement without reopening of competition.

The TED publication date is 23/12/2025, with TED reference number 247/2025 855908-2025. The date and time of the public opening are 29/01/2026 at 10:00 Europe/Rome. The deadline for receipt of tenders is 28/01/2026 at 16:00 Europe/Rome. The contracting authority is not bound to reply to questions submitted after 20/01/2026 07:00 Europe/Rome.

The main classification (CPV) code is 90911000 - Accommodation, building and window cleaning services. The nature of the contract is for services.

Submissions must be sent exclusively via electronic submission.

The following documents are available for download:

IT00 - Invitation 5166: Invitation letter, published on 23/12/2025, Version 1, no translations available.
IT02 Admin spec 5166: Tender specifications - administrative part, published on 23/12/2025, Version 1, no translations available.
IT02 03 - Specifiche tecniche 5166: Technical specifications, published on 23/12/2025, Version 1, no translations available.
IT02 02 - Admin spec All 6: Financial offer form, published on 23/12/2025, Version 1, no translations available.
IT02 01 - DoH 5166: Declaration on honour (tender), published on 23/12/2025, Version 1, no translations available.
IT01- Draft contract 5166: Draft contract, published on 23/12/2025, Version 1, no translations available.
IT01-01 - Clausole vess 5166: Draft contract, published on 23/12/2025, Version 1, no translations available.
IT05 - Allegato V 5166: Draft contract annex, published on 23/12/2025, Version 1, no translations available.
IT07 - Allegato VII 5166: Draft contract annex, published on 23/12/2025, Version 1, no translations available.
IT09-03 - DUVRI Appendice C - JRC Ispra Site Mappa: Draft contract annex, published on 23/12/2025, Version 1, no translations available.

There are 20 documents in total.

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In summary, this tender opportunity is for companies specialized in providing comprehensive cleaning and waste management services. The European Commission is seeking a contractor to maintain the cleanliness and hygiene of its large JRC site in Ispra, Italy. This includes cleaning buildings, paved areas, managing waste, and controlling pests. The contract is substantial, with an estimated value of 16 million EUR over a period of 4 years. The selection will be based on a combination of price and quality, and the process is an open procedure, meaning any eligible company can apply. Interested parties should carefully review the tender documents and ensure they meet all requirements for electronic submission by the deadline. A key requirement is obtaining a Participant Identification Code (PIC).

Eligible Applicant Types: The eligible applicant types are not explicitly stated, but based on the nature of the tender, it is likely that companies or organizations providing accommodation, building, and window cleaning services are eligible. This could include SMEs, large enterprises, or specialized cleaning service providers.

Funding Type: The funding type is procurement, specifically a service contract.

Consortium Requirement: The information does not explicitly state whether a consortium is required or if a single applicant is sufficient. It is possible that both single applicants and consortia are eligible, but this needs to be confirmed in the tender documents.

Beneficiary Scope (Geographic Eligibility): The geographic eligibility is not explicitly stated, but since it is an EU tender, it is likely open to companies and organizations within the EU and possibly EEA countries.

Target Sector: The target sector is services, specifically accommodation, building, and window cleaning services, as indicated by the CPV code 90911000.

Mentioned Countries: Italy is mentioned as the location of the JRC site in Ispra (Va).

Project Stage: The project stage is operational, as the tender is for the provision of ongoing cleaning and maintenance services.

Funding Amount: The estimated total value of the contract is 16,000,000 EUR.

Application Type: The application type is an open call for tenders, with electronic submission.

Nature of Support: The beneficiaries will receive money in exchange for providing cleaning and maintenance services.

Application Stages: The number of application stages is not explicitly mentioned, but it is likely to involve at least two stages: submission of the tender and evaluation of the proposals.

Success Rates: The success rates are not mentioned.

Co-funding Requirement: The co-funding requirement is not mentioned.

This opportunity is a call for tenders issued by the European Commission, specifically the Joint Research Centre (JRC) in Ispra, Italy. The purpose of the tender is to secure a service contract for the cleaning and maintenance of the JRC site in Ispra. This includes conventional cleaning of premises, paved areas (including external areas), goods, as well as waste collection and the supply of hygienic materials. The JRC site in Ispra is a large area covering approximately 166 hectares with 30 km of roads, 300,000 square meters of paved surfaces, and around 300 buildings with a total area of 200,000 square meters. The premises also include residences and external services like a nursery and a club house. Around 2,000 people are present at the JRC site daily, so regular cleaning and waste management are essential. The contract duration is a maximum of 48 months, and the estimated total value is 16,000,000 EUR. The award method is based on the best price-quality ratio. The procedure type is an open procedure, and submissions must be sent electronically. The deadline for receipt of tenders is January 28, 2026, at 16:00 Europe/Rome. The contracting authority will not reply to questions submitted after January 20, 2026, at 07:00 Europe/Rome. The tender documents, including the invitation letter, administrative specifications, technical specifications, financial offer form, declaration on honor, draft contract, and contract annexes, are available for download. A Personal Identification Code (PIC) is mandatory to participate in this call for tenders. The eSubmission system supports various file types and has a maximum attachment size of 50 MB per file, with a limit of 200 files per submission. The system supports all 24 official EU languages and uses encryption to ensure the integrity and confidentiality of the information.