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Award

14 Apr 2025 at 11:54

Tender

07 Jan 2025 at 15:50

Summary of the contracting process

Angus Council, in collaboration with Perth & Kinross Council, has conducted a procurement process for the Provision of Rural Grass Cutting and Verge Maintenance. The contracting process, which was in the award stage as of April 2025, encompasses 14 separate lots, each designated to cover specific areas within the council regions, including Kinross, Auchterarder, Crieff, and others. The procurement aimed to maintain the safety and visual appeal of rural road verges, ensuring adherence to statutory requirements. The procurement method was an open procedure based on the legal framework of Directive 2014/24/EU, and the service category is classified under horticultural services (CPV code: 77300000). Key dates included announcement in January 2025, and contract signing on March 28, 2025.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specializing in horticultural and environmental services to expand their portfolio by partnering with regional councils. Successful contractors, such as Bilsland and Dewar, Laird Contractors Ltd, and others, have been actively engaged to provide high-quality maintenance work that meets legal and environmental standards. The contracts, valued at £70,000 per lot, will be viable for medium-sized enterprises with experience in rural maintenance, promising steady service demand and potential for further community engagement through the provision of additional benefits like training and educational sessions. Business entities equipped to manage large-scale outdoor maintenance projects and adapt to varying service demand volumes are well-placed to benefit from such public sector opportunities.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Provision of Rural Grass Cutting and Verge Maintenance

Notice Description

Angus Council on behalf of the Purchasers is currently inviting tenders, from suitably experienced contractors to carry out Rural Grass Cutting and Verge Maintenance. Angus Council and Perth & Kinross Council are responsible for maintaining the safety and appearance of rural road verges across their respective regions. This contract will support the councils in delivering essential verge maintenance services to ensure road safety and compliance with statutory requirements. The successful contractor(s) will be required to provide high-quality services that meet legal standards, while ensuring the safety of road users and minimising environmental impact.

Lot Information

Rural Grass Cutting and Verge Maintenance - Kinross Area

This lot covers the provision of rural grass cutting and verge maintenance within the area of Kinross. Additional information: The estimated value is indicative only. Actual spend may vary and is subject to call-off volumes and service demand. No minimum or guaranteed spend applies to this contract.

Renewal: 1-year optional extension period.

Rural Grass Cutting and Verge Maintenance - Auchterarder Area

This lot covers the provision of rural grass cutting and verge maintenance within the area of Auchterarder. Additional information: The estimated value is indicative only. Actual spend may vary and is subject to call-off volumes and service demand. No minimum or guaranteed spend applies to this contract.

Renewal: 1-year optional extension period.

Rural Grass Cutting and Verge Maintenance - Crieff Area

This lot covers the provision of rural grass cutting and verge maintenance within the area of Crieff. Additional information: The estimated value is indicative only. Actual spend may vary and is subject to call-off volumes and service demand. No minimum or guaranteed spend applies to this contract.

Renewal: 1-year optional extension period.

Rural Grass Cutting and Verge Maintenance - Highland North

This lot covers the provision of rural grass cutting and verge maintenance within the area of Highland North. Additional information: The estimated value is indicative only. Actual spend may vary and is subject to call-off volumes and service demand. No minimum or guaranteed spend applies to this contract.

Renewal: 1-year optional extension period.

Rural Grass Cutting and Verge Maintenance - Blairgowrie, Alyth and Glens

This lot covers the provision of rural grass cutting and verge maintenance within the area of Blairgowrie, Alyth and Glens. Additional information: The estimated value is indicative only. Actual spend may vary and is subject to call-off volumes and service demand. No minimum or guaranteed spend applies to this contract.

Renewal: 1-year optional extension period.

Rural Grass Cutting and Verge Maintenance - Balbeggie, Alyth to Dundee

This lot covers the provision of rural grass cutting and verge maintenance within the area of Balbeggie, Alyth to Dundee. Additional information: The estimated value is indicative only. Actual spend may vary and is subject to call-off volumes and service demand. No minimum or guaranteed spend applies to this contract.

Renewal: 1-year optional extension period.

Rural Grass Cutting and Verge Maintenance - Blairgowrie, Burelton to A9

This lot covers the provision of rural grass cutting and verge maintenance within the area of Blairgowrie, Burelton to A9. Additional information: The estimated value is indicative only. Actual spend may vary and is subject to call-off volumes and service demand. No minimum or guaranteed spend applies to this contract.

Renewal: 1-year optional extension period.

Rural Grass Cutting and Verge Maintenance - Lower Carse

This lot covers the provision of rural grass cutting and verge maintenance within the area of Lower Carse. Additional information: The estimated value is indicative only. Actual spend may vary and is subject to call-off volumes and service demand. No minimum or guaranteed spend applies to this contract.

Renewal: 1-year optional extension period.

Rural Grass Cutting and Verge Maintenance - Highland South

This lot covers the provision of rural grass cutting and verge maintenance within the area of Highland South. Additional information: The estimated value is indicative only. Actual spend may vary and is subject to call-off volumes and service demand. No minimum or guaranteed spend applies to this contract.

Renewal: 1-year optional extension period.

Rural Grass Cutting and Verge Maintenance - Brechin Area

This lot covers the provision of rural grass cutting and verge maintenance within the area of Brechin. Additional information: The estimated value is indicative only. Actual spend may vary and is subject to call-off volumes and service demand. No minimum or guaranteed spend applies to this contract.

Renewal: 1-year optional extension period.

Rural Grass Cutting and Verge Maintenance - Carnoustie Area

This lot covers the provision of rural grass cutting and verge maintenance within the area of Carnoustie. Additional information: The estimated value is indicative only. Actual spend may vary and is subject to call-off volumes and service demand. No minimum or guaranteed spend applies to this contract.

Renewal: 1-year optional extension period.

Rural Grass Cutting and Verge Maintenance - Kirriemuir Area

This lot covers the provision of rural grass cutting and verge maintenance within the area of Kirriemuir. Additional information: The estimated value is indicative only. Actual spend may vary and is subject to call-off volumes and service demand. No minimum or guaranteed spend applies to this contract.

Renewal: 1-year optional extension period.

Rural Grass Cutting and Verge Maintenance - Arbroath Area

This lot covers the provision of rural grass cutting and verge maintenance within the area of Arbroath. Additional information: The estimated value is indicative only. Actual spend may vary and is subject to call-off volumes and service demand. No minimum or guaranteed spend applies to this contract.

Renewal: 1-year optional extension period.

Rural Grass Cutting and Verge Maintenance - Montrose Area

This lot covers the provision of rural grass cutting and verge maintenance within the area of Montrose. Additional information: The estimated value is indicative only. Actual spend may vary and is subject to call-off volumes and service demand. No minimum or guaranteed spend applies to this contract.

Renewal: 1-year optional extension period.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04cdf9
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014900-2025
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

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


CPV Codes

77300000 - Horticultural services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£980,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£70,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Apr 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
6 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Mar 20251 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
March 2028

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Angus Council
Additional Buyers

Perth & Kinross Council

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
FORFAR
Postcode
DD8 1AN
Postcode Area
Dundee
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM0 Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM03 Angus and Dundee City
Delivery Location
TLM71 Angus and Dundee City, TLM77 Perth and Kinross, and Stirling

Local Authority
Angus
Electoral Ward
Forfar and District
Westminster Constituency
Angus and Perthshire Glens

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
6
Supplier Names

Bilsland and Dewar

GJ Services

Laird Contractors Ltd

Matthew Brown & Son

l watson contracting ltd

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