Tender

Framework Agreement for the supply and delivery of Turf care Products - Lots 1-5

CITY & COUNTY OF SWANSEA

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Tender

18 Aug 2025 at 12:28

Summary of the contracting process

The City & County of Swansea has initiated a tender process for a Framework Agreement regarding the supply and delivery of turf care products. This procurement, identified by the code CCS/25/018, is targeted at the industry category of goods, specifically covering chemical, fertiliser, and related products, with the procurement utilising an open procedure method. The tender process is currently in the 'active' stage, with submissions to be made by 17th September 2025 and inquiries closing on 10th September 2025. The delivery will be conducted across various locations in the Swansea area under the guidance of the council, adhering to Welsh devolved regulations. The procurement aims to engage suppliers who can respond to the council's requirements and support their grounds maintenance activities effectively.

This tender offers a significant growth opportunity for businesses specialising in chemicals, dyes, pigments, fertilisers, and other turf care products. With a framework agreement that supports competition, and allows for up to six participants, small and medium enterprises (SMEs) as well as voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate. The framework's design, which includes some electronic submission elements, promotes efficient response times and broad participation. Given the emphasis on cost and delivery, businesses that can ensure competitive pricing and timely supply while adhering to quality standards are well-suited to successfully compete in this procurement process. The contract offers the potential for a long-term business relationship, with contracts starting on 1st October 2025 and extending possibly until 2028, which includes options for renewal.

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Notice Title

Framework Agreement for the supply and delivery of Turf care Products - Lots 1-5

Notice Description

City and County of Swansea Parks and Cleaning Section requires suitable Suppliers to supply and deliver turf care products to carry out essential grounds maintenance work to both the Home Farm Stores and occasionally to site, Delivery will be to various sites within the Swansea area. .

Lot Information

Chemical

Hard surface mosskiller Grass moss killer Selective Weedkiller Glyphosate Total Weedkiller 360 Glyphosate Total Weedkiller 480 Granular Residual Weedkiller 50g Turf Fungicide Turf pesticide leather jackets or equivalent

Renewal: With the option to extend up to 12 months

Fertilisers

Liquid fertiliser Fine turf fertiliser Fine turf fertiliser Spring/summer Fine turf feriliser Autumn/Winter Pre seed Fertiliser General Horticulture Fertiliser 25kg Slow Release Fertiliser 25kg

Renewal: With the option to extend up to 12 months

General

Cricket top dressing 70/30 soil/sand top dressing

Renewal: With the option to extend up to 12 months

Grass seed

Perennial rye grass suitable for winter sports - 20kg Dwarf perennial rye grass for Bowling green renovations & overseeding - 20kg Dwarf perennial rye grass for Cricket renovations & overseeding - 20kg

Renewal: With the option to extend up to 12 months

Grass Sports Marking Paint

Sports marking Paint: Product must be: * Able to be applied with a spray application method or Wheel transfer * Highly Concentrated * Bright * Weather Resistant * Excellent Longevity * Tank mix of 2-1 up to 8-1 for over marking * Tank mix of 2-1 up to 5-1 for new marking

Renewal: With the option to extend up to 12 months

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0589c3
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/049487-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

24 - Chemical products


CPV Codes

24200000 - Dyes and pigments

24300000 - Basic inorganic and organic chemicals

24400000 - Fertilisers and nitrogen compounds

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£180,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£180,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
17 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Sep 2025 - 30 Sep 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CITY & COUNTY OF SWANSEA
Contact Name
Eleanor Eaton
Contact Email
procurement@swansea.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
SWANSEA
Postcode
SA1 3SN
Post Town
Swansea
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL4 Mid and South West Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL43 Swansea
Delivery Location
TLL18 Swansea

Local Authority
Swansea
Electoral Ward
Waterfront
Westminster Constituency
Swansea West

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