Cleaning Excellence Awards - Deadline approaching

The awards recognise the people, products, businesses and initiatives making a difference across the professional cleaning and hygiene industry, from innovation and technology to sustainability, leadership, customer service and frontline excellence.

With the deadline fast approaching, there is no time to miss the opportunity to showcase your achievements and put your organisation or team in the spotlight.

This year's awards feature 19 categories, providing opportunities for organisations and individuals across the sector to have their work recognised.

Categories include Cleaning & Hygiene Team of the Year, Cleaning Operative of the Year, Contract Cleaning Award, Sustainable Company of the Year, Technology and Digital Innovation Award, Innovative Product of the Year, Outstanding Customer Service, Supervisor of the Year, Unsung Hero Award and Rising Star in the Cleaning Industry.

Other categories recognise excellence in data and analytics, client collaboration, diversity and inclusion, training and development, facility management partnerships, product design and going above and beyond expectations.

Don't leave it until it's too late

The message to potential entrants is simple: if you have an achievement worth celebrating, now is the time to enter.

Whether it's an innovative new product, a successful sustainability initiative, an exceptional team, outstanding customer service or the contribution of an individual who deserves recognition, the Cleaning Excellence Awards provide a platform to showcase the work taking place across the industry.

Entries close at 23:55 (GMT) on Friday 9 October 2026 and the winners will be announced at a spectacular gala ceremony at Coventry Building Society Arena on 3 December 2026.

The evening will feature a drinks reception, three-course dinner and live entertainment, followed by the awards presentation and an after-party complete with a photobooth, live band, dance floor and fun money casino tables.

Kärcher returns as headline sponsor, with continued support from BICSc, WCEC and CHSA.

Hosting the evening will be acclaimed comedian, author and actor Laura Lexx, known for appearances on Live At The Apollo, Mock The Week and Roast Battle.

Enter now

The deadline is fast approaching — don't miss your chance to be part of the Cleaning Excellence Awards 2026.

Entries are completely free, but they must be submitted by 23:55 (GMT) on 9 October 2026.

Submit your entry and view the award categories

Find out more about the Cleaning Excellence Awards 2026

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