Tender

HDC - Arboricultural Services

HORSHAM DISTRICT COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

TenderAmendment

22 Oct 2024 at 10:00

TenderAmendment

18 Oct 2024 at 13:45

Tender

18 Oct 2024 at 13:42

Summary of the contracting process

Horsham District Council is inviting tenders for the provision of Arboricultural Services, encompassing tree inspections, tree maintenance, and woodland works. This procurement follows the Open Procedure under the UK Public Contract Regulations 2015 and the Council's Procurement Code. The commencement date for service delivery is scheduled for 1st April 2025, with contracts running for five years until 31st March 2030, extendable up to an additional five years based on performance. The procurement stage is currently in the tender amendment phase, with the deadline for tender submission set for 6th December 2024. The contract value is estimated between £2,500,000 and £3,000,000, covering services in the South East region of the United Kingdom, specifically within the agricultural and forestry services categories.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in arboricultural services to secure long-term contracts with a reputable local authority. It is particularly well-suited for SMEs capable of delivering high standards of service while implementing sustainability and carbon reduction measures. Successful bidders will have the chance to demonstrate their expertise in tree care and forestry management while contributing to improvements in service delivery and value for money over the contract period. Businesses equipped to handle the specific requirements of each service lot will find this procurement particularly advantageous for growth and establishing a robust business relationship with Horsham District Council.

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Notice Title

HDC - Arboricultural Services

Notice Description

Horsham District Council (the Council) invites tenders for the provision of Arboricultural Services as set out in these documents. This tender is made up of three lots: tree inspections, tree maintenance and woodland works. The Commencement Date for the delivery of the services is scheduled to be on 1st April 2025 at 00:00 hours. The Contracts will be awarded for a period of 5 years until 31st March 2030, with an option to extend for a further 12 month or more periods up to a maximum of 5 years subject to performance and the absolute discretion of the Council. The Council is procuring these contracts following the Open Procedure under the UK Public Contract Regulations 2015 and the Council's Procurement Code. The Council will be awarding three contracts, one for the provision of the services detailed for each of the Lots. Information on the Service Lots are contained in the Specifications. Each Lot has its own Specification, so Bidders need to consider each carefully before deciding to bid on one or more of the Lots. The Council is seeking to contract with one or more organisations that will manage the Services to the highest levels of satisfaction, professional standards and cost effectiveness. The Contractor(s) will be expected to deliver improvements to service delivery and value for money over the life of the contract. The Contractor(s) also need to consider sustainability and carbon reduction measures during the life of the contract and will work with the Council to achieve these. The Information for Bidders document contains the information and instructions that Bidders need to ensure that a compliant and completed tender is submitted. Please read the Information for Bidders document carefully as failure to comply with any instructions may result in the rejection or disqualification of your tender from this tender process. Additional information: The Council's full requirements and details of how to tender for this opportunity are available by clicking the Express Interest button. How to obtain the Tender Documents Interested parties should register their interest in the project via the In-Tend website https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sesharedservices/aspx/ProjectManage/38084. The Tender documents can be accessed when logged into In-Tend by selecting 'View Details' on the relevant tender advert and clicking the 'Express Interest' tab. Once in the tender there are five tabs, namely 'Tender', 'ITT - documents', 'Correspondence', 'Clarifications' and 'History'. Select the 2nd tab (ITT - documents) where you will find useful information under 'Tender Details'. Continue to scroll down to the heading 'Tender Documents Received' where you will be able to view / download the documents. Please download all the documents and read very carefully. Opting In and Opting Out Please note you are required to 'Opt In' before you can access the 'My tender Return' to start populating your response. The 'Opt Out' functionality will also be available throughout the duration of the tender process. Opting out will give you the option of declaring you no longer want to receive any further communication in relation to this tender along with the opportunity of providing comments and feedback for this decision. You can choose to 'Opt In' at any time during the tender process if you initially decided to 'Opt Out'. Further Guidance In addition, guidance on how to participate in a tender, download and upload documents / returns and if required, register your company (free of charge) can be found on the In-tend site under the 'Help' or 'Information for Suppliers' buttons. Receiving Notification Emails To ensure you receive email alerts and notifications from our system, please add the email domain '@in-tendorganiser.co.uk' to your Safe Senders list. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-48c858c3-cfc0-439d-82d3-4e48c7be5134
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d43cc2e2-154d-4424-b794-469b65e14a5a
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 (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

77100000 - Agricultural services

77200000 - Forestry services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,200,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Oct 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
6 Dec 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Apr 2025 - 31 Mar 2030 Over 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
HORSHAM DISTRICT COUNCIL
Contact Name
Jacob Hughes (HDC)
Contact Email
jacob.hughes@horsham.gov.uk
Contact Phone
01293 438000

Buyer Location

Locality
WEST SUSSEX
Postcode
RH12 1RL
Post Town
Redhill
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ28 West Sussex (North East)
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)

Local Authority
Horsham
Electoral Ward
Denne
Westminster Constituency
Horsham

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