Tender

Grounds Maintenance Contract

REDBOURN PARISH COUNCIL

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08 Oct 2025 at 14:12

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08 Oct 2025 at 14:10

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22 Sep 2025 at 17:22

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22 Sep 2025 at 12:15

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22 Sep 2025 at 07:25

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17 Sep 2025 at 09:10

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Redbourn Parish Council has initiated an invitation to tender for a Grounds Maintenance Contract, aiming to hire a proficient and cost-effective supplier for maintaining the grounds across the Parish, including The Common, which spans 15.35 hectares. This procurement, classified under CPV code 77300000 for horticultural services, offers a contract valued between £50,000 and £60,000 per annum, with an estimated total of £504,000 over the contract period. The procurement method employed is an open procedure, with the tender submission deadline set for 24th October 2025. The contract period will commence on 1st April 2026 and conclude on 31st March 2031, with services to be delivered in Redbourn, AL3 post code area.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses dedicated to horticultural and grounds maintenance services, particularly those qualified as small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), which have been identified as suitable contenders for this contract. Engaging in this contract could bolster business growth by providing a steady stream of annual revenue and enhancing their portfolio with a public sector client. Companies with the capability to manage multiple site maintenances, deliver quality horticultural services, and offer competitive pricing strategies are likely to be well-positioned to win this tender.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Grounds Maintenance Contract

Notice Description

Redbourn Parish Council is offering an invitation to tender for the Grounds Maintenance Contract, which covers all assets owned by Redbourn Parish Council, both land and fixtures. The purpose of this contract is to enable the engagement of a competent and cost-effective grounds maintenance supplier. The contract covers various areas of Redbourn which are the Parish Council's responsibility. The main area is The Common which is 15.35 hectares. The value stated equates to PS50,000.00-PS60,000.00 per annum Ex VAT. Responses should be sent in hard copy and soft copy format.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/521c3b58-b0f0-44bd-95ce-f8d1efe6bff6
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
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
£504,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Oct 20251 months ago
Submission Deadline
24 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2031 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
REDBOURN PARISH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Zoe Urrejola
Contact Email
facilities@redbourn-pc.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
REDBOURN
Postcode
AL3 7LR
Post Town
St Albans
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH27 South West Hertfordshire
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
St Albans
Electoral Ward
Redbourn
Westminster Constituency
Harpenden and Berkhamsted

Further Information

Notice Documents

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