Award

Grounds and Gardens Maintenance Services

UNIVERSITY OF CHESTER

This public procurement record has 4 releases in its history.

Award

31 Mar 2017 at 10:33

TenderAmendment

21 Dec 2016 at 16:14

Tender

19 Dec 2016 at 13:03

Planning

18 Nov 2016 at 20:15

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Chester is currently awarding a contract for Grounds and Gardens Maintenance Services, with the procurement process having reached the award stage. This contract caters to various University sites in the North West of England and is divided into three separate lots: Thornton Science Park, Queen's Park Campus, and Kingsway Buildings, Blacon Sports Pitch. The contract is initially set for three years, starting from 3rd April 2017, with a possible one-year extension based on performance. The project is valued at approximately £270,000 over the initial term, with tenders due by 12 noon on 16th January 2017.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in grounds maintenance and landscaping services. Companies of various scales, particularly SMEs, are encouraged to participate, as they may bid for one or multiple lots based on their capabilities. The estimated contract value indicates a stable revenue stream, making this a lucrative opportunity for providers keen on expanding their portfolio in public sector contracts, particularly within the educational sector.

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Notice Title

Grounds and Gardens Maintenance Services

Notice Description

University of Chester is seeking to appoint one or more Contractor(s) to provide grounds and gardens maintenance services for various University sites. This opportunity is split into 3 lots reflecting the different requirements or locations of the sites, as detailed within the procurement documents:- Lot 1 - Thornton Science Park Lot 2 - Queen's Park Campus Lot 3 - Kingsway Buildings, Blacon Sports Pitch, Glenesk Field The contract is initially for a period of 3 years, with the option to extend for up to one period of 12 months subject to satisfactory performance. University of Chester may appoint one or more contractors to service one or more lots, whilst reserving the right not to award for any of the lots. Tenderers may tender for just one lot, a number of lots or all lots. Additional Information: 1: Envisaged minimum number of candidates is 5 across total 3 lots. 2: CPV codes reflect requirements across total 3 lots. 3: Project value estimated at GBP90,000.00 per annum, across total 3 lots; GBP270,000 for initial 3 year term, excluding potential extension options. No guarantee can therefore be given regarding the volume of business placed with any appointed contractor/s. This opportunity has also been submitted for publication in the Official Journal of the European Union. Dates and values provided are estimated and are therefore subject to change, (excluding any potential extension options). The minimum value given is approximated should only one of the three potential lots be awarded for a term of 3 years. For further information and to download the tender documents, all applicants must register on the "In-Tend" e-tendering portal: http://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofchester. Stage 1 - prequalification documents must be completed and returned, via In-Tend, by 12 noon, Monday 16th January 2017. Additional information: Please note that where you may have previously registered with In-Tend, it will be necessary for you to ensure that your registration does include being registered to see opportunities for University of Chester. Registration to this site is free for suppliers. There is also Help/Guidance on how to use the supplier site on the 'Help' section of the site: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofchester/aspx/HelpOverview

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-73b863dd-adca-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6d64bac4-3070-47b4-97c6-23be929d5c37
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

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


CPV Codes

45112720 - Landscaping work for sports grounds and recreational areas

45236119 - Repair work on sports fields

77314000 - Grounds maintenance services

77320000 - Sports fields maintenance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£270,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£174,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Mar 20178 years ago
Submission Deadline
16 Jan 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
15 Dec 2016Expired
Award Date
17 Mar 20178 years ago
Contract Period
2 Apr 2017 - 2 Apr 2020 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF CHESTER
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CHESTER
Postcode
CH1 4BJ
Post Town
Chester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD6 Cheshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD63 Cheshire West and Chester
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)

Local Authority
Cheshire West and Chester
Electoral Ward
Chester City & the Garden Quarter
Westminster Constituency
Chester North and Neston

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
2
Supplier Names

COUNTRYWIDE GROUNDS MAINTENANCE

HULTONS LANDSCAPES

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