Tender

Grounds Maintenance Contract 2026-29

ELLISTOWN AND BATTLEFLAT PARISH COUNCIL

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Tender

18 Sep 2025 at 12:34

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Ellistown and Battleflat Parish Council is seeking bids for the "Grounds Maintenance Contract 2026-29," focusing on comprehensive maintenance services within the East Midlands, United Kingdom. This active procurement process, classified under the planting and maintenance services of green areas, involves grass cutting, tree inspections, and various other maintenance activities. The procurement is currently in the tender stage, with an estimated contract value of £100,000 and a minimum value of £45,000. The submission period for the tender closes on 31st October 2025, at 16:00 UTC, while the contract duration is set from 1st April 2026 to 31st March 2029. The procurement method followed is a direct single tender action below threshold, favouring efficient and environmentally friendly practices.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for SMEs specialising in grounds maintenance, horticulture, and environmental management services. The contract's scope, which includes floral-display services and tree pruning, is ideal for businesses that can offer comprehensive maintenance services or specialise in specific areas such as planting or sports field maintenance. The preference for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) aligns with the contract's requirements, making it an excellent opportunity for local businesses to expand their market presence and demonstrate their capabilities in sustainable and efficient grounds management practices.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Grounds Maintenance Contract 2026-29

Notice Description

Comprehensive grounds maintenance service for a parish council, grass cutting, tree inspections, tree and hedge maintenance, play equipment inspections, general maintenance of play parks and green spaces including: weed spraying, litter picking, gritting, etc. Supply of flowers and plants, planting, watering and plant maintenance can be tendered for separately to the grounds maintenance contract. A tender pack, including all information, terms and conditions and contract details, must be obtained by contacting the Parish Manager. For cost-effectiveness and consideration for the environment, we will only be providing tender packs electronically.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/630ddd45-bb0a-4a13-b620-4a8330636112
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (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

77310000 - Planting and maintenance services of green areas

77320000 - Sports fields maintenance services

77330000 - Floral-display services

77340000 - Tree pruning and hedge trimming

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Sep 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
31 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 3-4 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
ELLISTOWN AND BATTLEFLAT PARISH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Mrs Karen Bowler
Contact Email
parishmanager@ellistownparish.gov.uk
Contact Phone
07949645139

Buyer Location

Locality
SWADLINCOTE
Postcode
DE11 8DQ
Post Town
Derby
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF13 South and West Derbyshire
Delivery Location
TLF East Midlands (England)
Local Authority
South Derbyshire
Electoral Ward
Woodville
Westminster Constituency
South Derbyshire

Further Information

Notice Documents

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