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Formal Floral Bedding, Planters and Hanging Baskets - Prudhoe Town Council

NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY COUNCIL

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Award

20 Feb 2026 at 15:43

Award Notice
Tender

07 Jan 2026 at 11:57

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Northumberland County Council is seeking suppliers through a competitive quotation process for a three-year contract titled "Formal Floral Bedding, Planters and Hanging Baskets" to manage the floral displays in Prudhoe and Mickley, Northumberland. This tender falls under Landscape Gardening Services (CPV 71421000) and involves tasks such as the supply, watering, and maintenance of various planters, hanging baskets, and formal beds across the town. Key dates include the tender submission deadline on 4th February 2026, the award date on 12th February 2026, and contract commencement on 1st April 2026, extending until 31st March 2029. The procurement method applied is limited, targeting competitive quotations below the threshold value of £100,000 GBP.

This tender presents significant opportunities for SMEs and VCSEs specialising in horticulture and landscape gardening, particularly those located in or around the Northumberland area. With an estimated contract value of £100,335 GBP, suppliers with expertise in landscape gardening services will find this project well-suited to their capabilities. Additionally, the contract's three-year duration offers stability and potential growth in reputation and expertise within public sector service provision. Businesses can leverage this opportunity to expand their portfolio and establish long-term relationships with local authorities like Northumberland County Council.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Formal Floral Bedding, Planters and Hanging Baskets - Prudhoe Town Council

Notice Description

Prudhoe Town Council is inviting tenders for the supply, watering and maintenance of the Town's spring and summer floral displays for the three-year period from April 2026 to March 2029. The Town Council has responsibility for 29 formal beds, 'The Glade', 2 town signs with associated planting, 36 hanging baskets and 12 street planters, 1 large 3-tier planter, 4 large planters, 10 medium barrier planters and 6 Manchester flower bollards. All work will be carried out within the town of Prudhoe (NE42) and including Mickley (NE43) All potential suppliers of these services must submit the completed Form of Tender with all supporting documentation as requested. The assessment criteria are detailed in the tender documents along with the submission date of Wednesday 4th February 2026 for completed tenders. The Contract will commence on 1st April 2026 with the successful contractor being advised during February 2026.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5d005040-cf35-4ce9-abf9-ce47a406d5b8
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Competitive quotation (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

71421000 - Landscape gardening services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£100,335 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Feb 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
4 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Feb 20261 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
PRUDHOE
Postcode
NE42 5AA
Post Town
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC42 Northumberland
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Northumberland
Electoral Ward
Prudhoe South
Westminster Constituency
Hexham

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

HOLLYBUSH LANDSCAPING

Further Information

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