Tender

TC029 Hire of Grass Cutting Machinery

MANCHESTER CITY COUNCIL

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Tender

14 Sep 2020 at 10:33

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Manchester City Council is seeking tenders for the hiring of grass cutting machinery under the title "TC029 Hire of Grass Cutting Machinery." This procurement falls under the goods category, specifically involving mowers, and is located in the North West region of the United Kingdom. The tender is currently in the active stage, with submissions due by 11am on 12 October 2020. The contract period is projected to start on 2 December 2020 and will run for three years, with an option to extend for an additional two years. The total value of this procurement is estimated at £1,000,000, and it follows an open procurement method.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in the supply of mowing equipment and related services, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary/community sector enterprises (VCSEs). Companies that can contribute to the economic and social regeneration of the community are well-suited to compete, as the council emphasises social and environmental considerations in its selection process. Engaging in this contract could enhance visibility and foster relationships within the local government sector, paving the way for further business development and growth.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

TC029 Hire of Grass Cutting Machinery

Notice Description

Hire of Grass Cutting Machinery Additional information: The Council is using the e-business portal known as the Chest. Applicants will need to register their details at the following link www.the-chest.org.uk . Once registered, applicants will be emailed a log-in and password which will allow them to gain access to the documentation relating to this opportunity. Applicants will need to electronically submit their completed tender documents, including online questionnaire, via the on-line portal by 11am on Monday 12 October 2020 as referred to in IV.2.2. Any clarification queries must also be submitted via the Chest website by the date referred to in the tender documentation. The framework will be for 3 years, expected to commence 23 November 2020 with an option to extend for up to 2 years. The successful supplier will be required to actively participate in the economic and social regeneration of the locality of, and surroundings of, the place of delivery of the contract. Therefore, selection and award criteria, specification requirements and contract performance conditions may relate in particular to social and environmental considerations as relevant to the subject matter of this project. The Council reserves the right not to award the framework, as a result of this Contract Notice. The Council shall not be liable for any costs or expenses incurred by any organisation in responding to this notice or in tendering for the proposed framework. All submissions must be in English, with any clarifications or discussions conducted in English. Tenders and supporting documents must be priced in pounds sterling and all payments under the proposed contract will be made in pounds sterling.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c3fa7022-9bd6-4533-8214-958f9dd09505
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

16 - Agricultural machinery

CPV Codes

16310000 - Mowers

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Sep 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
14 Oct 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
2 Dec 2020 - 1 Dec 2024 4-5 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
MANCHESTER CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M60 2LA
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD33 Manchester
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)
Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Piccadilly
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Central

Further Information

Notice Documents

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