Tender

MBC Gardening Contract for Temporary Accommodation and MPH communal spaces

MAIDSTONE BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Tender

17 Dec 2024 at 10:08

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Maidstone Borough Council (MBC) has issued a tender for a gardening contract covering its temporary accommodation properties and the communal spaces of Maidstone Property Holdings Properties (MPH). The contract includes various horticultural services ranging from basic weeding to full-scale landscaping. Key dates include the tender release on 17th December 2024, the expression of interest deadline at 12:00pm on 17th January 2025, and the deadline for submission of completed tenders at 12:00pm on 24th January 2025. The evaluation period is scheduled between 27th January and 7th February 2025, with the appointment of the contractor expected during the week commencing 10th February 2025. The contract will commence on 1st March 2025 and run until 28th February 2027. This open procedure is targeted at providing horticultural services within England, under the industry classification code 77300000.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs). Businesses with expertise in horticultural services, landscaping, and property maintenance are well-suited to compete for this contract. Engaging in this procurement process can enhance business portfolios, provide steady contractual work over a two-year period, and establish a relationship with a public sector authority. Interested parties should register and express their interest via the Kent Business Portal to access and respond to the tender documents.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

MBC Gardening Contract for Temporary Accommodation and MPH communal spaces

Notice Description

Maidstone Borough Council (MBC) is looking to procure a gardening contract for both its temporary accommodation properties and the communal spaces for Maidstone Property Holdings Properties (MPH). The gardens in temporary accommodation units are a mix of private residential and communal spaces with service requirements ranging from basic patio weeding to full-scale landscaping. These properties could have tenants in situ, and access may be required through the property if there is no rear access available. The Maidstone Property Holdings areas are largely communal spaces with the need for basic maintenance. Key Dates & Timeline for Procurement Tender release: 17th December 2024 Expression of Interest Deadline: 12:00pm 17th January 2025 Deadline for submission of completed tenders: 12:00pm 24th January 2025 Evaluation: w/c 27th January - 7th February 2025 Appointment of contractor: w/c 10th February 2025 Contract Start Date: 1st March 2025 Tenderers interested in this tender must register and express their interest through the Kent Business Portal (registration is free). Once you have registered and expressed your interest, you will be able to view and respond to the documents. www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-9af29901-4e6f-498f-b096-983f5b9e3725
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/06750b41-f8ba-4f2c-a57b-58e09d1c678e
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
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

77300000 - Horticultural services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£700,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Dec 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
24 Jan 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Mar 2025 - 28 Feb 2027 1-2 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
MAIDSTONE BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MAIDSTONE
Postcode
ME15 6JQ
Post Town
Rochester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ45 Mid Kent
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Maidstone
Electoral Ward
High Street
Westminster Constituency
Maidstone and Malling

Further Information

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