Meta description: Learn how to switch commercial cleaning providers safely, manage TUPE and contract exit, and move to CQD’s flexible no-long-term-contract subscription service.
Changing your commercial cleaning provider should reduce operational risk, not create more administration.
CQD Cleaning Services provides a no-TUPE operating model, monthly subscriptions, no long-term contracts, fixed monthly pricing and no hidden fees. You can cancel at any time. You receive a dedicated two-person team, planned cover for absence and a clear mobilisation process designed to protect continuity.
Whether you manage an office, school, warehouse, medical practice, retail unit or business park, you can change provider without missed cleans or unnecessary disruption.
However, one legal point matters: you cannot simply contract out of TUPE if the law applies. TUPE is a statutory regime. The safest approach is to understand your current arrangements, obtain appropriate advice where required and choose a new provider whose operating model does not depend on inheriting your existing cleaning staff.
Start with a clear no-TUPE and no-contract alternative
Most facilities managers and business owners want four things when switching:
- No inherited staffing complications.
- No multi-year commitment.
- No unexpected charges.
- No gap between providers.
CQD’s subscription model is designed to deliver exactly that operational simplicity.
We assign the same dedicated two-person team to your premises rather than building the service around your incumbent cleaners. Every cleaner is DBS checked, reference verified, uniformed and professionally managed.
You also receive:
- Monthly cleaning with the option to cancel at any time.
- Fixed monthly pricing with no hidden fees.
- Cover teams when regular cleaners are absent.
- Cleaning available 7 days a week, 24 hours a day.
- Mobilisation within days, with daily cleaning typically starting within 5–7 working days.
- A free, no-obligation site survey and tailored cleaning plan.
- Response within 2 hours.
This gives you a clear operational start. It does not replace legal advice about whether TUPE applies to your particular change. It does mean your new service is planned around a professional CQD team, not uncertainty about inherited employment arrangements.
Understand what TUPE means before you switch
TUPE stands for the Transfer of Undertakings (Protection of Employment) Regulations.
In commercial cleaning, TUPE may apply when a regular cleaning service moves from one provider to another and the activities remain substantially the same. Cleaners who are mainly assigned to the premises may have employment rights that transfer to the incoming provider.
Under TUPE, employment terms, holiday rights and continuous service can be protected. Employee Liability Information may also need to be provided before the transfer. You should review the details with an employment law specialist before assuming that TUPE does or does not apply.
The official GOV.UK guidance on business transfers and TUPE explains the general framework. ACAS guidance on planning a TUPE transfer also recommends early communication, due diligence and a documented transfer plan.
The important distinction is this:
A contract cannot remove statutory TUPE rights. But you can choose a cleaning provider that does not base your new service on automatically inheriting the incumbent team.
That is the practical advantage of CQD’s no-TUPE operating model.
Exit your current cleaning contract properly
Before appointing a new provider, check the terms of your existing agreement. Look for:
- Notice periods.
- Renewal or break clauses.
- Early termination charges.
- TUPE provisions.
- Equipment ownership.
- Key, fob and alarm arrangements.
- Cleaning materials and stock.
- Final invoice requirements.
- Data, access and security obligations.
- Service records and outstanding defects.
Do not rely on a verbal agreement. Confirm your termination date in writing and keep a record of all communication.
You should also ask your current provider for a final service summary. This should cover cleaning frequencies, access requirements, consumables, equipment and any known issues. A properly documented exit makes the incoming provider’s site survey more useful.
If your existing provider has assigned cleaners mainly to your premises, take appropriate employment advice before making assumptions about TUPE. The aim is a safe, compliant switch, not an artificial attempt to avoid legal obligations.
Use a 5–7 working day mobilisation plan
Once your plan is agreed, CQD can typically begin daily cleaning within 5–7 working days. The handover is structured and practical.
1. Confirm your requirements
Tell us what type of premises you operate, where it is located, when the building is occupied and what the existing service needs to improve.
This may include:
- Missed cleans.
- Frequent staff changes.
- Poor washroom standards.
- Inconsistent touch-point sanitisation.
- Limited evening or weekend access.
- Lack of absence cover.
- Unclear pricing.
- Difficulty contacting your current provider.
2. Complete a free site survey
We inspect the building and discuss your priorities. We review floors, washrooms, kitchens, reception areas, meeting rooms, desks, access points and any restricted or sensitive spaces.
The survey applies to all commercial premises, including offices, business parks, schools, nurseries, medical and dental practices, retail units, showrooms, warehouses, industrial sites, restaurants, pubs, gyms, event venues, data centres, places of worship, cinemas and co-working spaces.
3. Receive a tailored cleaning plan
You receive a written specification based on your premises. It sets out the required tasks, frequency, working hours, package level and account management arrangements.
There is no vague scope. There are no unexplained extras.
4. Confirm the handover arrangements
We agree:
- The first cleaning date.
- Access and alarm procedures.
- Contact details.
- Cleaning times.
- Waste and consumables arrangements.
- Equipment requirements.
- Staff and visitor considerations.
- Any areas requiring special controls.
5. Start with an initial deep clean
Every Bronze, Silver and Gold subscription includes an initial deep clean at commencement. This gives the new team a clear starting point before the daily routine begins.
The same dedicated two-person team then learns your building and works to the agreed specification.
Compare TUPE, contracts and subscriptions clearly
| Requirement | Traditional provider change | CQD monthly subscription |
|---|---|---|
| TUPE position | May involve transferring staff where the legal conditions apply | CQD uses its own managed teams rather than building the service around incumbent staff; obtain legal advice on your specific change |
| Contract commitment | Often fixed-term with detailed exit provisions | No long-term contract |
| Cancellation | May require lengthy notice | Cancel your monthly subscription at any time |
| Pricing | May include variable extras or unclear charges | Fixed monthly pricing with no hidden fees |
| Staffing | Teams may change regularly | Same dedicated two-person team per premises |
| Absence | Cover may depend on availability | Cover teams available |
| Availability | Often limited to set hours | 7 days a week, 24 hours a day |
| Mobilisation | May involve a lengthy transition | Daily cleaning typically starts within 5–7 working days |
| Quality control | Varies by provider | Documented standards, supervisor oversight and account management |
The right choice depends on your premises and legal circumstances. The practical benefit is control: a clear specification, a known team and a service that is easier to leave if your requirements change.
Choose the subscription level that fits your building
Bronze: £880 per month, excluding VAT
Essential daily cleaning for businesses that need the core tasks completed reliably.
Includes:
- One-off deep clean at subscription commencement.
- Daily vacuuming and mopping.
- Bin emptying and replacement.
- Surface and desk cleaning.
- Washroom cleaning and restocking.
Silver: £1,280 per month, excluding VAT
The most popular option for busy workplaces with higher shared-space and hygiene requirements.
Includes everything in Bronze, plus:
- Machine hard-floor cleaning.
- Deep kitchen and breakroom cleaning.
- Daily touch-point sanitisation.
Gold: £1,680 per month, excluding VAT
The fullest option for premises requiring comprehensive daily support.
Includes everything in Silver, plus:
- Daily machine hard-floor cleaning.
- Full washroom consumables fulfilment.
All packages are monthly subscriptions. The final recommendation follows the site survey.
Expect proof, not promises
A reliable office cleaning company should be able to show how it manages people, quality, safety and environmental responsibilities.
CQD has:
- ISO 9001 quality management certification.
- ISO 14001 environmental management certification.
- ISO 45001 health and safety certification.
- CHAS accreditation.
- BICSc membership and professional cleaning standards.
- Fully insured operations.
- COSHH-compliant cleaning products and procedures.
- DBS-checked and reference-verified cleaners.
- More than 14 years of experience.
- Over 500 businesses served since 2012.
These controls matter whether you need commercial office cleaning, daily office cleaning for a business park or cleaning for a medical practice.
They also matter when you compare providers. A low price does not tell you who will attend, what happens during absence or how quickly problems will be resolved.
CQD provides professional commercial cleaning only. No domestic work. No ad hoc uncertainty. No hidden fees.
Switch with confidence across the South East
CQD provides commercial cleaning in Slough, Maidenhead, Reading, High Wycombe, Windsor, Bracknell and 27 other locations across South East England.
The operating model is built for businesses and organisations that need dependable cleaning rather than occasional support. You receive:
- The same two-person team.
- Planned absence cover.
- 24/7 availability, 7 days a week.
- Fixed monthly pricing.
- No long-term contract.
- A tailored cleaning plan.
- Response within 2 hours.
- Daily cleaning typically starting within 5–7 working days.
Request your free site survey and fixed quote
You do not need to accept missed cleans, changing teams, uncertain pricing or a contract that no longer suits your organisation.
Request a free, no-obligation site survey from CQD Cleaning Services. We will review your premises, explain the switching process and recommend the right Bronze, Silver or Gold subscription.
Request a quote and site survey or view CQD services and packages.
No long-term contracts. Fixed monthly pricing. Same dedicated team. Daily cleaning typically starting within 5–7 working days.
Frequently asked questions
Can I switch commercial cleaning providers without a gap in service?
Yes. CQD typically begins daily cleaning within 5–7 working days of the site survey and agreed specification. We agree the first cleaning date, access arrangements and handover details in advance so your premises are not left uncovered.
Does TUPE apply when I change cleaning provider?
TUPE may apply where a regular cleaning service moves between providers and the activities remain substantially the same. It depends on the facts of your arrangement, and a contract cannot remove statutory TUPE rights where the law applies. The practical point is that CQD's operating model does not depend on inheriting your incumbent cleaners. Take appropriate employment advice on your specific change.
Is there a long-term contract with CQD?
No. CQD works on a monthly subscription with no long-term contract. You can cancel at any time.
How much does a commercial cleaning subscription cost?
Bronze is £880 per month excluding VAT, Silver is £1,280 per month excluding VAT and Gold is £1,680 per month excluding VAT. Every subscription includes a one-off deep clean at commencement. Your final recommendation follows the free site survey.
What if my regular cleaner is absent?
Cover teams are available whenever a regular cleaner is absent, so standards are maintained across your premises.
Which areas does CQD cover?
CQD covers Slough, Maidenhead, Reading, High Wycombe, Windsor, Bracknell and 27 other locations across South East England.
