Tender

T25/26-009 Tender for the Supply and Delivery of Seasonal Bulbs

LISBURN AND CASTLEREAGH CITY COUNCIL

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Tender

01 May 2025 at 08:51

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Lisburn and Castlereagh City Council is seeking a supplier for the supply and delivery of seasonal bulbs, as detailed in the tender titled "T25/26-009 Tender for the Supply and Delivery of Seasonal Bulbs". This procurement is within the "Live plants, bulbs, roots, cuttings and slips" industry category and falls under the classification of goods. The process is at the tender stage, following an open procurement method for below-threshold contracts. All submissions must be made electronically via etendersNI by 23rd May 2025, with an enquiry period closing on 16th May 2025. The delivery address is in the United Kingdom, specifically the region of UKN0E, with the contract period set to begin on 30th June 2025.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in horticulture or agricultural supplies to expand their market reach by partnering with a public authority in the United Kingdom. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as the procurement process is accessible for such businesses. Successful bidders could benefit from the lucrative contract value of £150,000, with the possibility of extending the contract up to 2029. The award criteria focus on cost-effectiveness and efficient contract delivery, providing an excellent growth platform for businesses committed to competitive pricing and reliable service.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

T25/26-009 Tender for the Supply and Delivery of Seasonal Bulbs

Notice Description

Lisburn and Castlereagh City Council currently wish to appoint a suitable supplier for the supply and delivery of seasonal bulbs. Your submission must be submitted via etendersNI, via this CFT. No other method of submissions will be accepted

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: The contract term is 2 years with the option to extend for 2 further periods of 12 months. For the information of Tenderers dates and times may be subject to minor revision for any period during the extent of the Contract at the sole discretion of the Council

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-050afd
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/018270-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

03121100 - Live plants, bulbs, roots, cuttings and slips

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£125,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£125,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
23 May 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
29 Jun 2025 - 29 Jun 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LISBURN AND CASTLEREAGH CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
andrew.hegan@lisburncastlereagh.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LISBURN
Postcode
BT27 4RL
Post Town
Northern Ireland
Country
Northern Ireland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLN Northern Ireland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLN0 Northern Ireland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLN0E Lisburn and Castlereagh
Delivery Location
TLN0E Lisburn and Castlereagh
Local Authority
Lisburn and Castlereagh
Electoral Ward
Hillhall
Westminster Constituency
Lagan Valley

Further Information

Notice Documents

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