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Grounds Maintenance Services - AWARD

UNIVERSITY OF CUMBRIA

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Cumbria has completed the procurement process for grounds maintenance services at its campuses located in the North West, United Kingdom. The procurement, classified under industry category "Grounds maintenance services" (CPV code 77314000), commenced with a tender phase ending on 9th June 2022. The contract, valued at £380,307.60, runs from 8th July 2022 to 31st July 2027. The award was announced on 20th March 2025, with Ashlea Ltd selected as the service provider through an open procedure.

This tender presents a significant growth opportunity for businesses specialising in grounds and garden maintenance services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in particular, given the suitability criteria, would find an advantageous market in supporting the University of Cumbria with its extensive maintenance needs. Businesses equipped to manage comprehensive grounds care would be well-positioned to compete for similar future contracts within the education sector. Partnering with a prestigious institution like the University of Cumbria could also enhance business portfolios and credibility in the market.

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Notice Title

Grounds Maintenance Services - AWARD

Notice Description

The University of Cumbria is looking to procure the services of a Grounds Maintenance company with the capability to maintain all aspects of the grounds at our University Campuses. Providing a range of both grounds and garden services in line with our Specification within this Invitation to Tender.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-cb0a03ef-d1af-44db-a526-1a2ad3e6fd79
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e44ced86-79fa-4bf2-9c9c-af4ef3409420
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
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
£380,307 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£618,864 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Mar 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
9 Jun 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 Jul 20223 years ago
Contract Period
7 Jul 2022 - 31 Jul 2027 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
UNIVERSITY OF CUMBRIA
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LANCASTER
Postcode
LA1 3JD
Post Town
Lancaster
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD4 Lancashire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD44 Lancaster and Wyre
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)

Local Authority
Lancaster
Electoral Ward
Bowerham
Westminster Constituency
Lancaster and Wyre

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ASHLEA

Further Information

Notice Documents

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