Tender

CLC4950 Weed Control Highways and Other Areas

TOWER HAMLETS

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Tender

18 Nov 2016 at 20:17

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The London Borough of Tower Hamlets is seeking bids for the contract titled "CLC4950 Weed Control Highways and Other Areas." This procurement is categorised under services within the weed-clearance sector and is intended to maintain a 99% weed-free environment across public highways and other areas in London. The contract is set to start on 1 October 2016, with a total estimated value of £375,000 for a duration of three years, plus an optional two-year extension. Interested organisations must submit their expressions of interest by 12:00 noon on 13 May 2016, and the successful contractor will be required to comply with relevant legislation regarding highway works.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in weed control and environmental services, particularly those with experience in public sector contracts. Companies capable of delivering high-quality management of herbicides and meeting the requisite health and safety standards will be well-suited to compete. The procurement process also encourages participation from organisations that can demonstrate their contribution to improving the community's socio-economic and environmental wellbeing, aligning with the Council's commitment to social value.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

CLC4950 Weed Control Highways and Other Areas

Notice Description

Weed Control - Highways And Other Areas Contract is required to meet the Council's requirement in order to safely carry out the control of weeds using approved herbicides. The successful Contractor will be required to provide the services to maintain a 99% weed free environment across Highway And Other Areas within the London Borough of Tower Hamlets. This contract predominately involves the performance of works on the public highway. The Contractor must comply with all Road Traffic Regulations. In particular Chapter 8 of the Department of Transport Traffic Signs Manual summarized in the HMSO publication ?Safer Road Works Ahead? and all other current legislation relating to works which affect the Highway. The Contractor must also comply with all relevant sections of the New Roads and Street Works Act 1991 where the works will affect the Highway. This contract is designed deliver the highest quality service available in line with , British and European Standards, sound and accepted best practice implicit in the Specifications and public/user health and safety The Council is committed to improving the quality of life for both residents and businesses within Tower Hamlets. In line with The Public Services (Social Value) Act 2012 the authority will consider how this procurement might improve the economic, social and environmental well-being of the relevant area. In order to achieve this, it is our objective to work with existing and future contractors to secure an appropriate level of community benefits through the procurement process. Detailed guidance and minimum levels of the economic and community benefit applicable to this tender will be available within the tender documentation. Additional information: Contract Title: CLC4950 Weed Control Highways and Other Areas The London Borough of Tower Hamlets (LBTH) is seeking expressions of interest from interested organisations for the above services and / or goods. Description: Weed Control - Highways And Other Areas Contract is required to meet the Council's requirement in order to safely carry out the control of weeds using approved herbicides. The successful Contractor will be required to provide the services to maintain a 99% weed free environment across Highway And Other Areas within the London Borough of Tower Hamlets. This contract predominately involves the performance of works on the public highway. The Contractor must comply with all Road Traffic Regulations. In particular Chapter 8 of the Department of Transport Traffic Signs Manual summarized in the HMSO publication ?Safer Road Works Ahead? and all other current legislation relating to works which affect the Highway. The Contractor must also comply with all relevant sections of the New Roads and Street Works Act 1991 where the works will affect the Highway. This contract is designed deliver the highest quality service available in line with , British and European Standards, sound and accepted best practice implicit in the Specifications and public/user health and safety The Council is committed to improving the quality of life for both residents and businesses within Tower Hamlets. In line with The Public Services (Social Value) Act 2012 the authority will consider how this procurement might improve the economic, social and environmental well-being of the relevant area. In order to achieve this, it is our objective to work with existing and future contractors to secure an appropriate level of community benefits through the procurement process. Detailed guidance and minimum levels of the economic and community benefit applicable to this tender will be available within the tender documentation. The anticipated contract start date is: Saturday, 01 October 2016 The estimated value of the contract is: PS375,000 Total Cost For a period of: 3 Years Plus an option to extend for further 2 years Organisations wishing to express their interest are requested to register on the London Tenders Portal (www.londontenders.org) where the tender documentation will be available for download. You may be required to complete a Pre-Qualification Questionnaire (PQQ). Organisations must ensure that access to the system is available to their representatives dealing with the contract. The council will not be liable for the lack of delegated access within the organisation and will not send any documentation regarding the contract, which shall be exclusively available through the portal. Tenderers are responsible for allowing sufficient time to submit their ITT/PQQ. The Council accepts no liability whatsoever for ITT/PQQs that are not submitted due to internet connectivity issues, transmission delays or errors. Deadline for expression of interest and / or return of quotation is: Friday 13/05/2016 12:00 Noon LBTH is an Equal Opportunities Employer and a supporter of Ethical Governance, our protocol can be found here along with Guidance to Suppliers and Providers. Or via: http://www.towerhamlets.gov.uk/ LBTH does not undertake to invite all applicants or bind itself to accept the lowest or any Tender. LBTH will not be liable for any costs incurred in tendering for this contract. https://londontenders.org/procontract/supplier.nsf

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-8a214f0b-adc9-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/22f92049-9116-444a-898e-f9464ffa7922
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

77312000 - Weed-clearance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£375,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Nov 20169 years ago
Submission Deadline
13 May 2016Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Sep 2016 - 30 Sep 2021 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
TOWER HAMLETS
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
E14 2BG
Post Town
East London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI42 Tower Hamlets
Delivery Location
TLI London
Local Authority
Tower Hamlets
Electoral Ward
Poplar
Westminster Constituency
Poplar and Limehouse

Further Information

Notice Documents

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