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PlanningUpdate

20 May 2026 at 13:52

Planning

23 May 2025 at 10:36

Summary of the contracting process

ASTER GROUP LIMITED is currently in the planning stage for a procurement opportunity titled "Estate Services 2027_CAS-01068-M6J1B2," under the industry category of services. The procurement encompasses a wide range of estate services, including cleaning, pest control, and grounds maintenance among others, to be delivered across a diverse geographical area, primarily focusing on Hampshire, Dorset, Wiltshire, and Somerset with additional locations in London, Devon, Cornwall, and other regions. The planned contract, valued at £17,100,000 gross, is set to commence on 1st April 2027 and run until 1st April 2032, with the possibility of extending to 2035. Interested parties should note that further communication and notices are anticipated around 2nd October 2026.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, especially for SMEs involved in landscaping, tree maintenance, and related services, given its vast scope and geographical diversity. Small to medium enterprises (SMEs) can benefit significantly from competing for this contract, potentially leading to longer-term client relationships with a reputable organisation such as ASTER GROUP LIMITED. The procurement method follows a public undertaking, making it relevant for businesses looking to expand their portfolio in public sector engagements. Participation in this tender could result in substantial business development by way of securing a reliable income stream over an extended contract period.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Estate Services 2027_CAS-01068-M6J1B2

Notice Description

The procurement will cover arrangements for the delivery of estates services including but not limited to cleaning, window cleaning, pest control, tree surveys and tree surgery along with grounds maintenance, playgrounds and soft landscaping across the Aster Group with some elements being delivered in conjunction with Aster's in-house Direct Labour Organisation (DLO). Delivery of the requirements will be across a geographically diverse footprint centring on Hampshire, Dorset, Wiltshire and Somerset and including London, Devon and Cornwall along with extended operational areas such as Oxfordshire, West Sussex, and Gloucestershire.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-052197
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046473-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline 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

45 - Construction work

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

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

45112700 - Landscaping work

77211500 - Tree-maintenance services

77314000 - Grounds maintenance services

90910000 - Cleaning services

90922000 - Pest-control services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£13,680,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 May 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
2 Oct 20264 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2027 - 1 Apr 2032 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ASTER GROUP LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
DEVIZES
Postcode
SN10 2AZ
Post Town
Swindon
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK72 Wiltshire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Wiltshire
Electoral Ward
Urchfont & Bishops Cannings
Westminster Constituency
Melksham and Devizes

Further Information

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