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Weed Control Programme

HALTON BOROUGH COUNCIL

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18 Mar 2025 at 09:24

Summary of the contracting process

Halton Borough Council recently completed a procurement process for their Weed Control Programme, classified under weed-killing services (CPV: 77312100). The tender process was conducted using a restricted procedure, catering specifically to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs). The initial contract term spans from 1st April 2025 to 31st March 2027, with a possible extension up to 31st March 2029. The awarded supplier is Japanese Knotweed Ltd, and the total value of the contract amounts to £122,359 for the initial term, which could double to £244,718 if extended. The project will be executed across England, United Kingdom.

This tender offers promising growth opportunities for businesses specialising in environmental and weed control services. SMEs and VCSEs stand to benefit significantly from participating in such contracts due to the focus on inclusivity for smaller-scale operations. Organisations with a track record in managing and executing large-scale weed control programmes will find this contract particularly attractive, given the scope and potential extension of the engagement. This procurement not only fosters business growth but also encourages collaboration and innovation within the ecosystem of environmental management services.

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Notice Title

Weed Control Programme

Notice Description

Weed Control Programme Additional information: The stated contract end of 31st March 2027 is the end date of the initial contract term. The contract contains the option to extend the contract until 31st March 2029. The stated awarded value of PS122,359 is based on the two year initial contract term. If the contract is extended until 31st March 2029 the awarded value will be PS244,718

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-22a8a384-2a78-415f-9c59-11ebfe8d82fa
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c9798244-e611-4682-aed6-f4ce0a00d352
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

77312100 - Weed-killing services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£260,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£122,359 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Mar 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
31 Jan 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Feb 202512 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
HALTON BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Vicky Tiernan
Contact Email
vicky.tiernan@halton.gov.uk
Contact Phone
0

Buyer Location

Locality
WIDNES
Postcode
WA8 7EA
Post Town
Warrington
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD71 East Merseyside
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Halton
Electoral Ward
Central & West Bank
Westminster Constituency
Widnes and Halewood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

JAPANESE KNOTWEED

Further Information

Notice Documents

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