Tender

Provision of Grounds Maintenance Services

SOMERSET COUNTY COUNCIL

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Tender

05 Mar 2019 at 15:24

Summary of the contracting process

The Somerset County Council is currently conducting a tender process for the "Provision of Grounds Maintenance Services," which falls under the category of grounds maintenance services. This procurement is focused on providing maintenance for schools in Somerset and is set in the South West region of the United Kingdom. The tender was published on 5th March 2019, with a submission deadline of 5th April 2019. The contract period runs from 1st July 2019 to 1st September 2023, with a total estimated value of £3,000,000. The procurement method used is an open procedure, allowing participation from a wide range of suppliers.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the facilities management and landscaping sectors, particularly those that are small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The three-year contract, with possible extensions, provides a stable and ongoing revenue stream for contractors capable of delivering effective grounds maintenance services. Companies with expertise in managing outdoor environments for educational establishments would find this tender particularly suitable, allowing them to showcase their capabilities while enhancing their portfolio within the public sector.

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Notice Title

Provision of Grounds Maintenance Services

Notice Description

The Council requires the Contractor to provide an effective and efficient Grounds Maintenance Service for schools in Somerset. All border and ornamental areas, hedges, and environmental areas are to be maintained in keeping with the site so that they are aesthetically pleasing. All playing fields facilities are to be maintained so that the Customer can obtain maximum use in accordance with the Specification and deliver the curriculum in full. The contract is for a three year period with the option of two, 2-year extensions subject to performance. The contract is divided into three geographical lots known as Area 1, Area 2 and Area 3.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b96a47cc-074c-42cc-a89a-6a5d7544b4f7
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

77314000 - Grounds maintenance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£3,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Mar 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
5 Apr 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Jun 2019 - 1 Sep 2023 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

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

Locality
TAUNTON
Postcode
TA1 4DY
Post Town
Taunton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK62 Somerset
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Somerset
Electoral Ward
Bishop's Hull & Taunton West
Westminster Constituency
Taunton and Wellington

Further Information

Notice Documents

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