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Recreation Ground Maintenance Contract

CHOBHAM PARISH COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

18 Sep 2025 at 13:57

Tender

02 Apr 2025 at 11:07

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the Recreation Ground Maintenance Contract was conducted by Chobham Parish Council, located in Chobham, Woking, United Kingdom. This tender belongs to the services industry category, specifically grounds maintenance, and is based on sub-central government authority practices. The contract has been awarded to NJL Box Green and will be executed from 1st June 2025 to 31st May 2028, valued at £54,000 including VAT. The procurement method used was an open competition, with the final award stage being completed as of 18th September 2025. Key requirements include maintenance work during specified hours and adherence to health and safety regulations.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in grounds maintenance services, particularly those that can provide high standards of horticultural and agricultural practices. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), especially those within a 10-mile radius of Chobham, are well-suited to compete, benefiting from award criteria that weigh experience, value for money, and locality. Companies with a focus on customer care and compliance with health and safety standards, as well as those capable of supplying their own well-maintained equipment, will find this contract an excellent opportunity for business growth.

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Notice Title

Recreation Ground Maintenance Contract

Notice Description

Period of Contract - the contract shall be in force for a period of three years, commencing on 1st June 2025 and ceasing on 31st May 2028. Specification of work - details of the work to be completed under this contract is shown in document Recreation Ground Maintenance Schedule 2025-2028. (See Attachment) Hours of maintenance work -The maintenance work must be undertaken between the hours of 8.00am and 6.00pm Monday to Friday and must not take place on Saturdays, Sundays, or Bank Holiday Mondays, unless agreed with the Clerk due to exceptional circumstances. All work should be carried out with the minimum noise and disturbance to the public. Execution of work - the contractor shall be required to carry out and complete the specified work within the general horticultural/ agricultural practices. The Council expects the Contractor at all times to undertake the highest standards of customer care when dealing with the general public. The Contractor shall use only approved weed killers and fertiliser and provide the Parish Administrator with the COSHH paperwork. Managements of contract - the Parish Administrator is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day management of the contract. Risk Assessments - the Contractor shall complete risk assessments schedules for the works as required by the Parish Council. Equipment - the Contractor shall provide his own equipment and ensure that all machinery is maintained in good working order at all times. The maximum acceptable breakdown period in respect of mechanical breakdown will be 48 hours. Standard of grass cutting - all grass must be cut cleanly and evenly, to the same height on each site without damaging the existing surface. Mowing must take place on the full area of the grass at the site, up to the paving, fencing and any other boundaries. Frequency of grass cutting - grass cutting is to be undertaken weekly during the growing season (April - September) as per specification. Flexibility is allowed for fewer cuts when the weather is hot, on the basis that these cuts may be held over and undertaken during wetter period. Repair of damage - should the Contractor cause any damage to Council property he must reinstate and make good any damage to the satisfaction of the Council. The Contractor shall indemnify the Council against any claim or proceedings for any injury or damage to any property or persons or animals as a result of negligence, poor workmanship or failure to notify the Council of any action likely to cause injury or damage to a third party. Staff and Supervision - the Contractor shall ensure that at all times during the contract period, all Staff of the Contractor are properly supervised and act in accordance with the Health and Safety at Work Act of 1974 and any other acts, orders, regulations and codes of practice relating to health and safety which may apply. The Council shall request that any employee of the Contractor whose behaviour or actions is considered to be unsatisfactory, shall be removed from the contract. Insurance - throughout the period of the contract, the Contractor shall hold Public Liability Insurance and Employers Liability Insurance (if applicable). A copy of these policies should be given the Clerk annually. Non- completion of works - if the Contractor shall omit or fail to perform any part of the work in accordance with the specification, the Council shall require the Contractor to complete the work within 24 hours. Total value (estimated) PS45,000 excluding VAT PS54,000 including VAT Below the relevant threshold Contract dates (estimated) 1 June 2025 to 31 May 2028 3 years

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04fbdb
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057769-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

98 - Other community, social and personal services


CPV Codes

77314000 - Grounds maintenance services

98000000 - Other community, social and personal services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£45,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£45,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£54,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
9 May 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 May 20259 months ago
Contract Period
31 May 2025 - 31 May 2028 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CHOBHAM PARISH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Vikki Dawson
Contact Email
admin@chobhamparishcouncil.org
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
CHOBHAM, WOKING
Postcode
GU24 8AJ
Post Town
Guildford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ25 West Surrey
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Surrey Heath
Electoral Ward
Windlesham & Chobham
Westminster Constituency
Surrey Heath

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

NJL BOX GREEN

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