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Tender

29 Jul 2021 at 15:33

Summary of the contracting process

The Manchester City Council is currently conducting a tendering process for the "TC677 - Etihad Campus Grounds Maintenance Contract." This procurement is categorised under agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural, and apicultural services, with an estimated contract duration of two years, expected to commence in October or November 2021, and an option to extend for an additional two years. Interested suppliers must submit their electronic tender documents by 11 am on Tuesday, 31st August 2021, via the e-business portal known as The Chest. It is crucial for bidders to attend one of the open day campus tours scheduled for August 10th or August 17th to fully understand the requirements of the contract.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses in the landscaping and grounds maintenance sector, particularly those with experience in maintaining large-scale venues and public spaces. Companies that focus on environmental services and have a strong background in keeping recreational areas, parks, or sports facilities visually appealing will find this contract particularly relevant. Given the public service aspect of the contract, businesses that can contribute to social and environmental regeneration will be particularly well-suited to compete for this opportunity. All submissions must be made in English and priced in pounds sterling, highlighting the importance of familiarity with local regulations and practices.

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Notice Title

TC677 - Etihad Campus Grounds Maintenance Contract

Notice Description

The Etihad Campus and associated areas are continually maintained to a high standard, the core part of this contract is to maintain and improve the visual attractiveness of the four areas of the campus. A high standard includes the consistent upkeep of all grassed areas, including verges, bedding displays, gardens and horticultural features, herbaceous borders, shrubbery, hedges, and trees, and includes an annual weed treatment program across all four areas. Maintaining these standards will ensure a pleasant environment for stakeholders and visitors alike, ensuring a pleasant, safe, clean, green campus. The grounds maintenance contract is proactively managed around all major events, including football matches. Grass cutting & maintenance of grassed areas The following grass measurements may be used as a guide: The measurement of grassed areas across the Etihad Campus site including the tennis centre and athletics arena is 41,095 M2. The National Cycling Centre grassed area is 13,256 M2. The measurement of grassed areas across the Beswick Hub is 17,432 M2 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Please note:Potential contractors are strongly advised to attend an open day and campus tour, tours will take place at 10.00 am on Tuesday 10th or Tuesday 17th August (you only need to attend on one of these dates and a maximum of three people per company will be allowed to attend). These tours are to make sure that contractors have a clear understanding of the requirements for the campus before they submit their tender. Further visits to the campus can be arranged, only by appointment. Please note that any questions relating to the contract should be submitted via CHEST after the visit. Can bidders please advise via the Chest Portal on messages which would be they preferred date and procurement will confirm availability.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Etihad Campus and associated areas are continually maintained to a high standard, the core part of this contract is to maintain and improve the visual attractiveness of the four areas of the campus. A high standard includes the consistent upkeep of all grassed areas, including verges, bedding displays, gardens and horticultural features, herbaceous borders, shrubbery, hedges, and trees, and includes an annual weed treatment program across all four areas. Maintaining these standards will ensure a pleasant environment for stakeholders and visitors alike, ensuring a pleasant, safe, clean, green campus. The grounds maintenance contract is proactively managed around all major events, including football matches. Grass cutting & maintenance of grassed areas The following grass measurements may be used as a guide: The measurement of grassed areas across the Etihad Campus site including the tennis centre and athletics arena is 41,095 M2. The National Cycling Centre grassed area is 13,256 M2. The measurement of grassed areas across the Beswick Hub is 17,432 M2 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Please note:Potential contractors are strongly advised to attend an open day and campus tour, tours will take place at 10.00 am on Tuesday 10th or Tuesday 17th August (you only need to attend on one of these dates and a maximum of three people per company will be allowed to attend). These tours are to make sure that contractors have a clear understanding of the requirements for the campus before they submit their tender. Further visits to the campus can be arranged, only by appointment. Please note that any questions relating to the contract should be submitted via CHEST after the visit. Can bidders please advise via the Chest Portal on messages which would be they preferred date and procurement will confirm availability.

Renewal: This contract will be for a two year period with an option to extend for a further two years.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-02ce29
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/018107-2021
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
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

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

90700000 - Environmental services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Jul 20215 years ago
Submission Deadline
31 Aug 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Manchester City Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M60 2LA
Postcode Area
Manchester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD33 Manchester
Delivery Location
TLD3 Greater Manchester

Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Piccadilly
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Central

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