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Kubota F-391

GOSPORT BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Award

24 Jul 2025 at 10:03

Summary of the contracting process

Gosport Borough Council has concluded its procurement process for the supply of mowers, specifically the Kubota F-391 model, to be used by the Grounds Maintenance Team. This procurement falls under the industry category of goods, specifically mowers, and is designated as below threshold without competition. The process is in the award and contract stage, having been completed as of 24th July 2025. Gosport Borough Council, a sub-central government public authority, will receive the goods in the United Kingdom, with the contract commencing on 25th July 2025 and concluding on 25th August 2025.

This tender creates significant opportunities for SMEs, such as Rod Gaskin, who have been awarded the contract without competition. Businesses specialising in manufacturing or supplying outdoor maintenance equipment are particularly well-suited for these types of contracts, offering them a steady avenue for business growth through enhanced visibility and the potential for long-term partnerships with public sector organisations. The direct procurement method utilised can potentially benefit smaller firms looking to expand their market presence with efficient contract fulfilment and quality product delivery.

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Notice Title

Kubota F-391

Notice Description

The Grounds Maintenance Team are responsible for the maintenance of all grass verges, council-owned green spaces, and field perimeters, which is carried out using ride-on mowers. At present, our operations rely on Roberine ride-on mowers that are over five years old

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-056538
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042647-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

16 - Agricultural machinery


CPV Codes

16310000 - Mowers

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£34,380 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Jul 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Jul 20257 months ago
Contract Period
24 Jul 2025 - 25 Aug 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
GOSPORT BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@gosport.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
GOSPORT
Postcode
PO12 1EB
Post Town
Portsmouth
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ35 South Hampshire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Gosport
Electoral Ward
Harbourside & Town
Westminster Constituency
Gosport

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ROD GASKIN

Further Information

Notice Documents

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