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Grounds Maintenance Contract 2020-2023

COSBY PARISH COUNCIL

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28 Jan 2020 at 13:36

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Cosby Parish Council is seeking tenders for the Grounds Maintenance Contract covering the period from 1st April 2020 to 31st March 2023. This contract is classified under the services category related to the maintenance of green areas and will take place in Cosby, England. Tenders must be submitted by Friday, 14th February 2020, and the contract award is expected to be made by Friday, 28th February 2020. The procurement process is initiated as a limited method using competitive quotations, with a contract value estimated between £10,000 and £50,000.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses that specialise in grounds maintenance services, including those with expertise in green area management, tree pruning, and hedgerow maintenance. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly well-suited to compete, given the requirement for demonstrable experience and modern equipment. Companies capable of providing sustainable practices and responding to ad-hoc requests will have a distinct advantage in this competitive procurement process.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Grounds Maintenance Contract 2020-2023

Notice Description

Cosby Parish Council are inviting tenders for the Parish of Cosby Grounds Maintenance contract for the period 1st April 2020 to 31st March 2023. Tenders are invited from suitably qualified and experienced providers who must be able to demonstrate both a proven track record of providing a mixed grounds maintenance service within public open spaces and the resilience, modern equipment and sustainability to undertake a three-year term of supply with the potential for extension. Under the terms of the Audit Regulations and the Council's Standing Orders, I am required to seek more than one tender for the contract and this invitation is being advertised through the Public Sector Contracts Finder plus direct invitations to tender and advertising on the Cosby Parish Council website. Outline contract requirements: Mowing of agreed open space areas and removal of grass cuttings on a fortnightly cycle throughout the contract season. Flailing of hedgerows and strimming of footpaths Litter picking in the playground areas of Victory Park prior to mowing Removal of low hanging branches impeding mechanical equipment or presenting a health and safety risk to members of the public. Trees in grassed areas should have a "fairy rings" retained throughout the mowing season unless becoming unsightly. Strimming or mowing up to tree bark to be avoided. Where flowering bulbs are present, mowing to be avoided until foliage die-back. Annual removal (by request) and environmental disposal of Cosby Brook vegetation Ad-hoc requests on a chargeable basis within the suppliers' capabilities Key contact and full public liability insurance. Modern and well-maintained equipment with fully trained staff Tender process: Tenders should be submitted no later than Friday 14th February 2020 in a sealed envelope bearing "Confidential Tender" on the front to Mr Les Phillimore Parish Manager 76 Springwell Lane Whetstone Leicester LE8 6LT Members of Cosby Parish Council will consider tenders during w/c 17th February 2020 with the contract award expected to be made no later than Friday 28th February 2020.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6828fa1c-2efc-4074-a0a0-1fe8aeaf4ed5
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Competitive quotation (below threshold)
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

77320000 - Sports fields maintenance services

77340000 - Tree pruning and hedge trimming

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Jan 20206 years ago
Submission Deadline
14 Feb 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2020 - 31 Mar 2023 2-3 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
COSBY PARISH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
COSBY
Postcode
LE8 6LT
Post Town
Leicester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF22 Leicestershire CC and Rutland
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Blaby
Electoral Ward
Cosby & South Whetstone
Westminster Constituency
South Leicestershire

Further Information

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