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Provision of Surface Treatment of Algae

BLACKPOOL COUNCIL

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Award

25 Feb 2025 at 16:34

Tender

18 Dec 2024 at 15:16

Summary of the contracting process

Blackpool Council's Highways Department is initiating a tender for the "Provision of Surface Treatment of Algae," classified under the industry category of Beach Cleaning Services (CPV: 90680000). This procurement process, at the tender stage, seeks a service provider to physically remove algae from designated areas within the borough, including the Sea Wall, Parade Area, beach access points and Cliff paths. The contract duration is anticipated from 1st April 2025 to 31st March 2027, with potential extensions up to two additional years. The tender submission deadline is 31st January 2025 at 10:00 AM, and electronic submissions are required. The procurement method is an open procedure aimed at selecting the most economically advantageous tender.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in environmental services, particularly those with experience in algae removal and beach maintenance. Companies that invest in quality and social value, in addition to offering competitive pricing, will have a strong chance of securing this contract. With the contract's considerable scope and potential for extensions, successful bidders can anticipate stable, long-term business growth. This opportunity is well-suited for medium to large enterprises capable of demonstrating their ability to fulfill the contract requirements within the specified timelines and deliver the high-quality services demanded by Blackpool Council.

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Notice Title

Provision of Surface Treatment of Algae

Notice Description

Blackpool Council (The Authority) Highways Department require a Service Provider to undertake physical removal of algae from the Sea Wall, Parade Area, beach access points, Cliff paths and all assets within the borough (defined area). The area of work will be defined on job tickets issued, these must be complete, signed and returned upon completion. Blackpool Council wishes to appoint a Contractor who can clearly demonstrate the ability to meet our requirements and who offers the most economically advantageous tender. It is anticipated that the contract will operate between 1st April 2025 and 31st March 2027 with an option to extend for 1 year plus a further 1 year.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Blackpool Council (The Authority) Highways Department require a Service Provider to undertake physical removal of algae from the Sea Wall, Parade Area, beach access points, Cliff paths and all assets within the borough (defined area). The area of work will be defined on job tickets issued, these must be complete, signed and returned upon completion. Blackpool Council wishes to appoint a Contractor who can clearly demonstrate the ability to meet our requirements and who offers the most economically advantageous tender. It is anticipated that the contract will operate between 1st April 2025 and 31st March 2027 with an option to extend for 1 year plus a further 1 year.

Renewal: It is anticipated that the contract will operate between 1st April 2025 and 31st March 2027 with an option to extend for 1 year plus a further 1 year. (48 months in total)

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04c93c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/007203-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

03 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

03313310 - Algae

90680000 - Beach cleaning services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£1

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Feb 202512 months ago
Submission Deadline
31 Jan 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Feb 202512 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Every 4 years

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BLACKPOOL COUNCIL
Contact Name
Ms Janine Bradley
Contact Email
janine.bradley@blackpool.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1253478756

Buyer Location

Locality
BLACKPOOL
Postcode
FY1 1NA
Post Town
Blackpool
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD4 Lancashire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD42 Blackpool
Delivery Location
TLD42 Blackpool

Local Authority
Blackpool
Electoral Ward
Talbot
Westminster Constituency
Blackpool South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

WATER SAVINGS TECHNIQUES

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