Tender

Invitation to Tender For Provisions of Ground Maintenance Services

STAMFORD TOWN COUNCIL

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Tender

03 Feb 2025 at 09:47

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Stamford Town Council is inviting tenders for the provision of grounds maintenance services for the period from 2025 to 2029. Businesses involved in grounds maintenance are encouraged to submit their proposals for this contract, which covers the PE9 postal area in England. The procurement process is at the tender stage, with the notice published on 3rd February 2025, and the deadline for submitting tenders set for 4pm on 10th February 2025. The contract is expected to start on 1st April 2025. This open procedure is for services under the industry category “Grounds maintenance services” (CPV code: 77314000). Interested parties should deliver their sealed bids to the Town Clerk and can expect notifications of acceptance or rejection by 10th March 2025.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the grounds maintenance sector to secure a substantial contract, potentially valued at £100,000 over a 4-year period. The open procedure allows small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to compete, offering flexibility as bids can cover specific elements or the entire scope of works outlined in the tender documentation. This process is ideal for established grounds maintenance firms looking to expand their portfolio or for smaller businesses seeking to enter into local government contracts. By engaging in this tender, businesses can not only generate revenue but also establish a long-term partnership with Stamford Town Council, thereby enhancing their reputation and market presence.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Invitation to Tender For Provisions of Ground Maintenance Services

Notice Description

Stamford Town Council invites tenders for the ground maintenance contract for the 2025 -2029 period. Please find attached the invitation to tender with all details of the specification and maps showing the areas to be maintained. You are welcome to submit a tender for individual elements, all elements, or a combination of both, depending on your preference. Please contact the Town Clerk on townclerk@stamfordtowncouncil.gov.uk should you require further details. As requested in Appendix E - Financial Proposal a cost breakdown for each element as outlined in Appendix C Schedule of Works is required. The closing date for tenders will be 4pm on Monday, 10 February 2025. Tenders should be submitted, in a sealed envelope, addressed to the Town Clerk to the Council and clearly marked "PRIVATE & CONFIDENTIAL Tender - Ground Maintenance 2025-2029". These will be opened on Click or tap to enter a date. in the presence of the Town Clerk, Chair & Vice Assets & Services Committee. Tenders will then be reported to the Town Council at their meeting of Tuesday, 25 February 2025. Notification of acceptance/rejection of a bid will be sent by Monday, 10 March 2025. Contract start date 01 April 2025.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-f42ebc72-ebaa-4cbf-9815-fa43e2811f3f
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d384b7a6-36d8-4d34-be28-e6cf3333fce1
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

77314000 - Grounds maintenance services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
10 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2029 4-5 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
STAMFORD TOWN COUNCIL
Contact Name
Sarah Dorson
Contact Email
townclerk@stamfordtowncouncil.gov.uk
Contact Phone
01780753808

Buyer Location

Locality
STAMFORD
Postcode
PE9 2DR
Post Town
Peterborough
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF3 Lincolnshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF30 Lincolnshire CC
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
South Kesteven
Electoral Ward
Stamford St Mary's
Westminster Constituency
Rutland and Stamford

Further Information

Notice Documents

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