Tender

Grass Cutting Service for various locations

LAKE DISTRICT NATIONAL PARK AUTHORITY

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

23 Dec 2025 at 10:52

Planning

23 Dec 2025 at 10:30

Summary of the contracting process

The Lake District National Park Authority is undergoing an active tender process for grass cutting services at various locations within the National Park, primarily car parks. This procurement falls under the 'services' category, within the UK region UKD1, specifically Cumbria. Interested parties must submit their fixed fee proposals by 21 January 2026, with the enquiry period ending on 8 January 2026. This open competition is managed by the authority, classified as a public organisation within sub-central government. The tender, valued at £56,000 gross, is below threshold. The contract is planned to commence on 1 April 2026 and will last until 31 March 2029.

This tender presents substantial growth opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and businesses proficient in grounds maintenance and landscaping. The project underscores previous experience, technical ability, and a quality submission, creating a competitive landscape for businesses. Companies with expertise in compliance, experience in providing similar services, and those holding reliable references will be well-suited to compete. With emphasis on electronic submission, this process could attract a diverse range of contractors, fostering business growth and community engagement within Cumbria.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Grass Cutting Service for various locations

Notice Description

LDNPA welcome invites from contractors to submit tenders for the Grass Cutting services and some weed killing at various location within the National Park, mainly Car parks. The contractor will be expected to submit a fixed fee proposal for the works which will be for a 3 year period.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05fc40
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/085719-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, 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

77314100 - Grassing services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£47,400 Under £100K
Lots Value
£47,400 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Dec 20256 days ago
Submission Deadline
21 Jan 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
24 Dec 2025Expired
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
LAKE DISTRICT NATIONAL PARK AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Simon Hill
Contact Email
simon.hill@lakedistrict.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
KENDAL
Postcode
LA9 7RL
Post Town
Lancaster
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD1 Cumbria
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD14 Westmorland and Furness
Delivery Location
TLD1 Cumbria

Local Authority
Westmorland and Furness
Electoral Ward
Kendal South
Westminster Constituency
Westmorland and Lonsdale

Further Information

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