Tender

Bedding Plants 2025

CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER COUNCIL

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Tender

13 Sep 2025 at 11:45

Summary of the contracting process

Cheshire West and Chester Council is inviting suppliers to participate in an open procurement process for the provision of bedding plants, as detailed in the tender titled "Bedding Plants 2025". This tender falls under the horticultural and nursery products industry category and is located in the UKD region of the United Kingdom. The procurement is currently in the tender stage, with the submission deadline set for 6th October 2025 at 10:00 AM. Potential suppliers should note that the enquiry period concludes on 29th September 2025. This process is conducted under the legal basis of UKPGA 2023/54, employing an open competition method below the threshold.

This procurement presents a significant opportunity for suppliers within the horticultural sector, particularly those organisations classified as small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) or voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs). With a contract value of up to £192,000, this tender not only offers financial growth potential but also positions suppliers to establish a long-term relationship with a public authority like Cheshire West and Chester Council. Moreover, the tender includes provisions for a 12-month extension, making it appealing for businesses looking to expand their market presence and strengthen their portfolio. Suppliers focused on delivering value through quality and competitive pricing are well-suited to compete, with the award criteria prioritising 70% price and 30% quality.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Bedding Plants 2025

Notice Description

Bedding Plants 2025 Please find attached published documents on the Chest www.the-chest.org.uk

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0599d7
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056389-2025
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, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

03120000 - Horticultural and nursery products

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£160,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£160,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Sep 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
6 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Nov 2025 - 31 Oct 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
CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
centralprocurement@cheshirewestandchester.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
ELLESMERE PORT
Postcode
CH65 0BA
Post Town
Chester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD6 Cheshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD63 Cheshire West and Chester
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)

Local Authority
Cheshire West and Chester
Electoral Ward
Central & Grange
Westminster Constituency
Ellesmere Port and Bromborough

Further Information

Notice Documents

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