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ID579 - Arboricultural Works - AWARD

ASPIRE HOUSING

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03 Mar 2026 at 10:42

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process conducted by Aspire Housing, for which HRJ Gould Limited was awarded the contract, involved providing arboricultural services, classified under "Grounds maintenance services" (CPV 77314000). This contract, titled "ID579 - Arboricultural Works - AWARD," was part of a restricted procedure selection process. The contract period begins on 1st April 2026 and extends until 31st March 2031, with an option to extend for another two years. The services are to be delivered in various locations, including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, United Kingdom, and even globally. This award marks the completion stage of the procurement, following a tender period that concluded on 6th February 2026. The primary industry category for this procurement is services.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in grounds maintenance and arboricultural works, particularly those with capabilities to operate across diverse geographical locations. Although the procurement suitability did not target SMEs or VCSEs, larger organisations with established infrastructure and experience in handling contracts of this scope and duration stand to benefit. Companies well-suited to navigate the nuances of selective procurement methods, particularly those familiar with restricted procedures, could gain strategic growth by being selected for such comprehensive service provisions. These businesses could expand their market footprint and acquire valuable experience in servicing public housing sectors.

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Notice Title

ID579 - Arboricultural Works - AWARD

Notice Description

Aspire Housing (referred to as "Aspire") is looking to appoint a provider of Arboricultural services for a contract commencing in April 2026 for a term of 3 years with the option to extend for a further 2 years, details of which are included in the enclosed documents.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-a7501d82-4be5-4fe4-9414-42847c4a3685
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6572abbb-f478-4187-815e-9e14ce1f6660
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

77314000 - Grounds maintenance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Mar 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
6 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
3 Mar 20261 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2031 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ASPIRE HOUSING
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
N-U-L
Postcode
ST5 0QW
Post Town
Stoke-on-Trent
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG24 Staffordshire CC
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Newcastle-under-Lyme
Electoral Ward
May Bank
Westminster Constituency
Newcastle-under-Lyme

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

HRJ GOULD

Further Information

Notice Documents

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