Tender

Hanging, watering and feeding of Thetford Town Council's hanging baskets, barrier baskets, planters and window troughs

THETFORD TOWN COUNCIL - MAIN NUMBER

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20 Dec 2018 at 09:41

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26 Nov 2018 at 17:11

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Summary of the contracting process

Thetford Town Council is currently seeking quotations for the hanging, watering, and feeding of their floral displays, including hanging baskets and planters, for the years 2019 to 2021. This tender, identified as TTC/18/003, falls under the category of agricultural and horticultural services and has an estimated contract value of £5,000. Quotations must be submitted by noon on 18 January 2019, with the contract expected to commence on 24 May 2019 and concluding on 22 October 2021. The procurement method is open, inviting all interested parties to participate.

This opportunity presents a significant avenue for growth for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) in the horticultural sector. Businesses that are well-positioned to compete include those with experience in maintaining public floral displays, particularly those able to provide evidence of previous similar projects and adhere to health and safety regulations. This tender not only allows for participation in a valuable community service but also enables companies to establish long-term relationships with local authorities, enhancing their reputational and operational capacities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Hanging, watering and feeding of Thetford Town Council's hanging baskets, barrier baskets, planters and window troughs

Notice Description

Wednesday, 21 November 2018 Tender Thetford Town Council Is Seeking Quotations for the hanging, watering and feeding of their hanging baskets, barrier baskets, planters and window troughs for 2019- 2021. Contract Length: 1 year and 3 year price TTC/18/003 Please find attached a specification for a tender for the watering and maintenance of Thetford's floral displays. Quotation Requirements: A fully costed quotation for the works for 1 year and 3 years. The council requires a copy of your public liability insurance, health and safety policy, method statement and risk assessment. 2 examples of similar projects you have undertaken, and 2 references Failure to supply any of the information requested in the attached specification will result in the Tender being rejected. Contact name and number: Roz Barnett, Amenities Land and Property Officer, 07553 388552 (01842) 754247. Quotations to be received by noon, Friday 18th of January 2019. Tender to be sent in sealed inner envelopes to be clearly marked 'Tender - Watering Floral Displays For the Attention of the Town Clerk, Thetford Town Council Postal Address: Kings House, King Street, Thetford, Norfolk, IP24 2AP Tel: (01842) 754247 Details of the winning contract will be published IAW Local Government Transparency Code 2014. Should you require further information over and above the tender requirements then please do not hesitate to call. Yours sincerely Tina Cunnell BSc (Hons) Town Clerk Additional information: Please not there is an error in the tender documents and it should state 129 hanging baskets not 89.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8326729e-9288-4d2e-86f1-b371b5c01cd6
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
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

77000000 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£5,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Dec 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
18 Jan 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
23 May 2019 - 22 Oct 2021 2-3 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
THETFORD TOWN COUNCIL - MAIN NUMBER
Contact Name
Rosalind Barnett
Contact Email
rosalindbarnett@thetfordtowncouncil.gov.uk
Contact Phone
01842754247

Buyer Location

Locality
THETFORD
Postcode
IP24 2AT
Post Town
Ipswich
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH5 Norfolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH53 Breckland and South Norfolk
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Breckland
Electoral Ward
Thetford Castle
Westminster Constituency
South West Norfolk

Further Information

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