Tender

CBC-1732-T-TS Rural and Urban Grounds Maintenance Services

CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE COUNCIL

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Tender

12 Nov 2024 at 13:33

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Central Bedfordshire Council is seeking bids for the "CBC-1732-T-TS Rural and Urban Grounds Maintenance Services" contract, classified under grounds maintenance services (CPV 77314000). This procurement process is in the tender stage using an open procedure, with the tender period ending on 11th December 2024. The contract is set to commence on 1st April 2025 and will run for five years, with a potential extension of up to six additional years. The services will be delivered in Bedfordshire, specifically within the East of England region (postal code SG17 5TQ). Key stakeholders can interact via the In-tend electronic tendering system for any queries or clarifications.

This tender offers significant business growth opportunities, especially for firms experienced in grounds maintenance. Companies specialising in both rural and urban environments will find this contract beneficial due to its extensive duration and potential for extension. The open procurement method allows for broad participation, ensuring fair competition. Businesses must adhere to specified guidelines and submission requirements to compete effectively. The contract’s scale and public nature make it an attractive proposition for larger entities looking to expand their portfolio within the public sector services domain.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

CBC-1732-T-TS Rural and Urban Grounds Maintenance Services

Notice Description

Rural and Urban Grounds Maintenance Services Please READ/follow the information and guidance supplied below and within the Tender documents, this will help with your tender submission. Word count limits apply, any information going over will not be considered. Respond to ALL questions. Additional documents or information not required will be disregarded. Please note timeline with regards to questions and submission dates. All communication/correspondence and clarifications must be sent via the In-tend portal. Do not contact the Service area for information, please use the correspondence facility Regularly view the 'Clarification' tab for updates or responses to questions received by bidders. Questions asked together with the response, will be made available to all bidders (if not P&C), this to ensure a fair and consistent approach to all. Avoid uploading your return just prior to closing deadline as you may incur IT issues and we will not accept Tender Returns via e-mail. The Council will provide as much support and information as it can to help guide you through the Tender process. If there is anything you are not sure of or need clarification on, please contact the Procurement lead using the correspondence facility within the In-tend electronic tendering system. Opting In To inform us of your decision to participate and to be able to submit a tender you will be required to Opt In. Opting In will confirm to us of your involvement and your intention to submit a tender return. Opting Out Will confirm that you are no longer interested in submitting a tender return. You will be able to provide a reason as to your decision if you wish. This will cease any system-generated communications. You will be able to opt back in at any point. Target contract commencement date: 1st April 2025 Contract term: 5 years (+1+1 +1+1+1 optional) Additional information: Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d41a5fd0-eb5a-40af-9268-e06af9cea768
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
Not specified
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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Nov 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
11 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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BEDFORDSHIRE
Postcode
SG17 5TQ
Post Town
Stevenage
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH25 Central Bedfordshire
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Central Bedfordshire
Electoral Ward
Shefford
Westminster Constituency
Hitchin

Further Information

Notice Documents

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