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Award

16 Jul 2026 at 09:12

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for "CPU 8486 - GAS Hedges - 2026 two visits" was managed by Nottingham City Council. This process falls under the construction industry category and took place in England, United Kingdom. The tender was part of a call-off from the existing Hedge Cutting Service Framework (CPU 5293). The procurement phase has advanced to the award stage, with the contract awarded to J A Kent Services (East Midlands) Ltd. The contract services are scheduled to occur from 1st June 2026 to 1st December 2026, with an estimated contract value of £130,837.74.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for growth within the construction sector, specifically for businesses involved in landscaping and maintenance services. It's especially suited for organisations classified as small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The procurement method classified as "Other" suggests a specialised approach, potentially favouring contractors with a proven track record in the region. For VCSEs looking to expand their footprint in public sector contracts, this type of tender provides a valuable entry point into the market.

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Notice Title

CPU 8486 - GAS Hedges - 2026 two visits

Notice Description

CPU 8486 - GAS Hedges - 2026 two visits, called off from CPU 5293 - Hedge Cutting Service Framework

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-30b25c5c-2de0-427e-b9a2-74ee55c406e4
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/087eee84-c4cc-4ebf-886c-1497ab746536
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other -
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£130,837 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£130,837 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
25 May 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 May 20262 months ago
Contract Period
31 May 2026 - 1 Dec 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NOTTINGHAM CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NOTTINGHAM
Postcode
NG2 3NG
Post Town
Nottingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF14 Nottingham
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
Nottingham
Electoral Ward
Castle
Westminster Constituency
Nottingham East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

J A KENT SERVICES (EAST MIDLANDS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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