Tender

Formal Floral Bedding, Street Planters and Hanging Baskets

NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY COUNCIL

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20 Jan 2017 at 14:18

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18 Nov 2016 at 20:17

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Northumberland County Council is seeking tenders for the "Formal Floral Bedding, Street Planters and Hanging Baskets" project, which falls under the industry category of planting and maintenance services for green areas. This procurement process is currently active and is at the Tender stage, with a closing date set for 3rd October 2016. The contract is scheduled to start on 1st April 2017 and will run until 31st March 2020, with a total estimated value of £105,000. The work will be conducted primarily in Prudhoe (NE42) and Mickley (NE43), focusing on the maintenance and supply of floral arrangements and planters as specified within the contract's scope of work.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in landscaping, horticulture, and environmental services, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary community sector enterprises (VCSEs) that can demonstrate capability in delivering both quality and cost-effective solutions. By participating in this contract, eligible companies can expand their portfolio in public sector work, enhancing their reputation and potentially securing future contracts with local councils and other public entities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Formal Floral Bedding, Street Planters and Hanging Baskets

Notice Description

SCOPE OF WORK The Town Council has responsibility for 30 formal beds. These are located along the B6395 and equate to approximately 650 sq metres, each bed is planted with spring and summer bedding. Additionally, spring and summer bedding is planted and maintained at 6 town signs, also along the B6395/A695 and in the Town Centre 'The Glade'. The Council has responsibility for 33 street planters (800x600x600mm), 1 large 3-tier planter, 4 large planters, 8 medium barrier planters and 36 summer hanging baskets (water reservoir baskets supplied). The following areas of work, supply and service are required under the contract: * To remove previous season plants and prepare for new season planting as required. * To supply all plants and associated materials. * To provide all labour, tools and equipment to bring on, maintain and ensure pristine beds, planters and baskets throughout the seasons. * To liaise with Prudhoe Town Council to ensure a high standard of service is maintained. All work will be carried out within the town of Prudhoe (NE42), and including Mickley (NE43). Additional information: All procurement documents are available on-line at http://www.parish-council.com/prudhoe/index.asp?pageid=655573, can be collected from the Town Council Office or will be posted out to interested parties. The Council's Financial Regulations require the Council to ensure that value for money is obtained in respect of all contracts for the supply of goods and services, and to ensure that set procedures for the obtaining of tenders and quotations are adhered to. The Council's Standing Orders require all decisions and resolutions by the Council, including those agreeing to the award of contracts, to be taken by the public meeting of the Council in a form prescribed by law. The Council will award the 'Formal Floral Bedding, Planters and Hanging Baskets' contract based on 'Cost' and 'Quality'. PROCUREMENT/AWARD TIMESCALE 19th August - Contract Notice posted, amendment 16th September 2016 3rd October - Closing Date w/c 3rd October - Procurement Group to open and review tenders, with recommendation to go out with Council Meeting Papers on 6th October 2016 12th October - Council Meeting to endorse and agree Contract offer by 14th October - Contract offered and unsuccessful tenders notified following acceptance

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-114045e3-adca-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cb200822-11b9-4cbc-b5d6-c185034665df
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

77 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services

CPV Codes

77310000 - Planting and maintenance services of green areas

77330000 - Floral-display services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£105,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Jan 20179 years ago
Submission Deadline
3 Oct 2016Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2017 - 31 Mar 2020 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
PRUDHOE
Postcode
NE42 5AA
Post Town
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC42 Northumberland
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England)
Local Authority
Northumberland
Electoral Ward
Prudhoe South
Westminster Constituency
Hexham

Further Information

Notice Documents

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