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05 Aug 2026 at 09:42

Summary of the contracting process

This procurement process involves Hertfordshire County Council, under its trading arm Herts Fullstop, awarding a framework agreement for "The Provision of a Framework for Grounds Maintenance Services." The procurement falls under the category of grounds maintenance services, relevant to industries such as landscaping and green area management. The services are intended for various establishments within Hertfordshire County and potentially beyond, covering locations throughout the UK and more. The framework commenced on 1st August 2026 and is set to conclude on 31st July 2030. It was conducted through an open procurement method, highlighting transparency and equal opportunity. The procurement was at the award stage, with the process successfully closing as of 5th August 2026.

This framework represents substantial opportunities for businesses in the grounds maintenance sector, particularly those capable of providing comprehensive services such as grass cutting, sports field marking, and planting. With an estimated annual spend of £2,000,000, the scope for business growth is considerable, especially for companies already established in the UK with capabilities to expand across the stated regions. The awarded contractors, including prominent names such as Churchill Contract Services Ltd and Glendale Countryside Ltd, demonstrate the framework's suitability for established grounds maintenance firms keen on securing long-term contracts with public sector entities. This contract not only ensures steady business but also enhances the visibility and portfolio of participating suppliers in the public sector services industry.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

HCC Nov 25 - The Provision of a Framework for Grounds Maintenance Services - AWARD

Notice Description

This opportunity has been awarded and is now closed. Herts Fullstop, ("HFS") the trading arm of Hertfordshire County Council ("the Council" or "HCC") went out to tender for a Grounds Maintenance Framework to provide general Grounds Maintenance Services to sites throughout the County. This Framework may be utilised by all departments of the Council including establishments such as Schools, Fire Stations, Disused Sites, Day Centers, Libraries etc. It may also be used for Grounds Maintenance work outside of the Council as requested by our partners and Customers (this may be outside the geographical area of Hertfordshire in some cases). The Grounds Maintenance Service includes items such as grass cutting, hedge cutting, sports field line marking, shrub bed maintenance and leaf clearance. The figures quoted in the Tender notice and Award Notice are for guidance only and have been uplifted to include any possible spend from other sites, bodies/Councils may join at any time during the life of the Framework. For avoidance of doubt the current annual spend for HCC on this Framework is approximately PS2,000,000.00 however this varies on an annual basis. The Awarded Contractors are - Churchill Contract Services Ltd Glendale Countryside Ltd John O'Conner (Grounds Maintenance) Ltd Mark Walker (Grounds Maintenance) Ltd PGSD Ltd Stewart Bullard and Son Ltd

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-87718622-16e3-408b-b3fb-5748bc7824ec
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f9da5d1c-ad37-4e91-8b6b-ffa4805d04f1
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

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

45112723 - Landscaping work for playgrounds

77310000 - Planting and maintenance services of green areas

77314000 - Grounds maintenance services

77314100 - Grassing services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Aug 2026Today
Submission Deadline
21 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 May 20262 months ago
Contract Period
31 Jul 2026 - 31 Jul 2030 4-5 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
HERTFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL - RESOURCES
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
HERTFORDSHIRE
Postcode
SG13 8DE
Post Town
Stevenage
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH26 North and East Hertfordshire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
East Hertfordshire
Electoral Ward
Hertford Castle
Westminster Constituency
Hertford and Stortford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
6
Supplier Names

CHURCHILL CONTRACT SERVICES

GLENDALE COUNTRYSIDE

JOHN O'CONNER (GROUNDS MAINTENANCE

MARK WALKER (GROUNDS MAINTENANCE

PGSD

STEWART BULLARD & SON

Further Information

Notice Documents

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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