Tender

Grounds Maintenance Contract

NORTH TAWTON TOWN COUNCIL

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29 Oct 2025 at 11:04

Summary of the contracting process

North Tawton Town Council has issued an invitation to tender for a three-year Grounds Maintenance Contract, starting on 1st April 2026. The contracting process is currently in the tender stage. This contract, which falls under the industry category of services, specifically grounds maintenance services (CPV code 77314000), will cover designated areas within North Tawton and its neighbouring UK regions. The submission deadline for tenders is set for 9:00 a.m. on Monday, 15th December 2025, and potential bidders can express interest via the council's official website or email. The tender documents are available in English, with receptions allowed electronically. This open procedure is governed by legal basis 2023/54 under UK legislation, and is valued at £75,000, grossing up to £90,000.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in grounds maintenance, landscaping, and environmental services to expand their operations within the public sector. It is well-suited for SMEs, thanks to its focus on cost, quality, experience, and sustainable practices in its award criteria, weighted 40%, 30%, 20%, and 10% respectively. With North Tawton Town Council actively seeking proficient contractors, this contract offers a promising avenue for growth and establishing long-term partnerships with a local government body. The recurrent nature of the contract enhances its attractiveness for businesses aiming to secure consistent work in this sector.

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Notice Title

Grounds Maintenance Contract

Notice Description

North Tawton Town Council Grounds Maintenance Contract - Invitation to Tender. North Tawton Town Council invites tenders for a three-year Grounds Maintenance Contract, commencing 1st April 2026, covering designated areas within North Tawton. To express your interest or to request the full tender specifications, please contact: The Town Clerk -t ownclerk@northtawtontowncouncil.gov.uk 01837 880121 Submission deadline: Completed tenders and all associated documentation must be received by 9:00 a.m. on Monday, 15th December 2025.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05d5fd
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/069420-2025
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
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

77314000 - Grounds maintenance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£75,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£75,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Oct 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
15 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
2028-10-01

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NORTH TAWTON TOWN COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NORTH TAWTON
Postcode
EX20 2EP
Post Town
Exeter
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK4 Devon
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK43 Devon CC
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
West Devon
Electoral Ward
Exbourne
Westminster Constituency
Central Devon

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