Tender

Contract for Grounds Maintenance at Grizedale and Whinlatter

FORESTRY COMMISSION

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Tender

22 May 2018 at 13:48

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Forestry Commission is currently inviting tenders for the "Contract for Grounds Maintenance at Grizedale and Whinlatter." This contract falls under the services sector, specifically focusing on grounds maintenance, and is located in the North West region of England. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage, with the deadline for expressing interest set for 18th June 2018. The total estimated value of this contract is £115,000, with the service period commencing on 1st July 2018 and running until 30th June 2023.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in grounds maintenance services, particularly those that can provide regular grass cutting and maintenance for visitor centres and car parks. Companies with expertise in environmental management, landscaping, and outdoor service delivery may find this contract particularly advantageous. As the Forestry Commission encourages SMEs to participate, this tender opens the door for smaller businesses looking to expand their portfolios while contributing to the upkeep of important natural spaces.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Contract for Grounds Maintenance at Grizedale and Whinlatter

Notice Description

The Forestry Commission is inviting tenders for the grass cutting at Grizedale and Whinlatter forest parks. This will include regular grass cutting around the two visitor centers as well as outlying carparks, signage and infrastructure. This opportunity includes the option to also install and replace signage and infrastructure throughout the wider Forest park. Please express your interest in this tender by email or in writing by the 18th of June 2018 to allow us to notify you of any questions and answers we may receive. Additional information: Suppliers must express their interest in this tender by Monday 18th of June 2018. To express an interest please email: john.ellwood@forestry.gsi.gov.uk Suppliers must download the attached tender documents by the same date.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2d5a18ce-fe53-4131-bfb1-d8d93321a0d2
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 (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

77314000 - Grounds maintenance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£115,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 May 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
18 Jun 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Jun 2018 - 30 Jun 2023 Over 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
FORESTRY COMMISSION
Contact Name
John Ellwood
Contact Email
john.ellwood@forestry.gsi.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
AMBLESIDE
Postcode
LA22 0QJ
Post Town
Lancaster
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD1 Cumbria
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD14 Westmorland and Furness
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)
Local Authority
Westmorland and Furness
Electoral Ward
Coniston and Hawkshead
Westminster Constituency
Westmorland and Lonsdale

Further Information

Notice Documents

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