Planning

Grounds Maintenance - Expression of Interest

LEEDS CITY COUNCIL

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Planning

22 May 2025 at 13:59

Summary of the contracting process

Leeds City Council is in the planning stage of a public procurement process titled "Grounds Maintenance - Expression of Interest". This process is aimed at gathering information to shape their future procurement strategy for a significant grounds maintenance contract. The industry category for this procurement falls under "Grounds maintenance services", with the main location being the United Kingdom. The initial market engagement is scheduled to conclude on 11th June 2025, with future notices expected by 6th October 2025. The contract's estimated value is substantial, amounting to £26,000,000 net, and it spans a maximum period till 3rd January 2037, indicating a long-term opportunity for service providers.

This procurement process presents a growth opportunity for businesses specialising in grounds maintenance services, particularly those capable of handling large-scale contracts. Given its focus on services and works, companies that have expertise in grounds maintenance, landscaping, and associated services would find this opportunity highly suitable. Additionally, the contract welcomes small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), offering an inclusive opportunity for a diverse range of businesses to compete. Engaging in this process not only positions businesses to potentially secure a lucrative contract but also aligns them with long-term strategic goals of the Leeds City Council, fostering a sustainable partnership with a prominent public authority.

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Notice Title

Grounds Maintenance - Expression of Interest

Notice Description

Grounds Maintenance - Expression of Interest. This is a market engagement process to provide an overview of the proposed procurement strategy and information on the grounds maintenance contract. There are a number of questions we are seeking information on to support the councils procurement strategy/ grounds maintenance strategy and future tender specification.

Planning Information

https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=94240&B=

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-051e69
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025050-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

77314000 - Grounds maintenance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£26,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
6 Oct 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
4 Jan 2027 - 3 Jan 2032 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LEEDS CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Calum McIntyre
Contact Email
calum.mcintyre@leeds.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 01133788313

Buyer Location

Locality
LEEDS
Postcode
LS1 1UR
Post Town
Leeds
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE42 Leeds
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Leeds
Electoral Ward
Little London & Woodhouse
Westminster Constituency
Leeds Central and Headingley

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