Tender

Horticultural Services for various sites 2026-2029

MIDSOMER NORTON TOWN COUNCIL

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13 Oct 2025 at 14:04

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01 Oct 2025 at 16:04

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Summary of the contracting process

Midsomer Norton Town Council is currently in the tender phase for its "Horticultural Services for various sites 2026-2029" project, aiming to commence on 1st April 2026. The contract, valued at £60,000 for services related to planting and maintenance, covers various sites within Midsomer Norton, Bath and North East Somerset. This procurement is classified under CPV codes 77310000 and 77330000, pertaining to planting and maintenance services of green areas and floral-display services, respectively. With an open procurement method, interested parties must submit their tenders by noon on 31st October 2025, at the designated contact point of the Deputy Clerk at Midsomer Norton Town Council. This tender provides significant opportunities for small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specifically within the horticultural sector.

This tender offers substantial business growth opportunities for companies specialising in horticultural and environmental services, particularly those capable of delivering compliant tender submissions and demonstrating proven experience through references. The contract prioritises SMEs and VCSEs, encouraging smaller local businesses to compete effectively within this open competition format. The three-year service contract ensures a stable revenue stream and fosters potential for long-term partnerships with Midsomer Norton Town Council. Therefore, businesses experienced in green area maintenance and floral services with competitive pricing and a solid reputation will find this tender particularly appealing.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Horticultural Services for various sites 2026-2029

Notice Description

Midsomer Norton Town Council invites tenders for Horticultural Services for a variety of sites in Midsomer Norton, Bath and North East Somerset for a three-year period commencing 1st April 2026. Further information can be found here - https://msn-tc.gov.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Horticultural-Services-Tender-2026-2029.pdf

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05a63e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/064845-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

77310000 - Planting and maintenance services of green areas

77330000 - Floral-display services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£60,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£60,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
31 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 3-4 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
MIDSOMER NORTON TOWN COUNCIL
Contact Name
Kate Egan
Contact Email
deputyclerk@msn-tc.gov.uk
Contact Phone
01761 418701

Buyer Location

Locality
MIDSOMER NORTON
Postcode
BA3 2HQ
Post Town
Bath
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Bath and North East Somerset
Electoral Ward
Midsomer Norton Redfield
Westminster Constituency
Frome and East Somerset

Further Information

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