Tender

Grass Cutting Services

VALE OF GLAMORGAN COUNCIL

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Tender

13 Jan 2026 at 16:05

Summary of the contracting process

The Vale of Glamorgan Council has initiated a public procurement process for "Grass Cutting Services" across various locations within the Vale of Glamorgan area. This tender falls under the services category, specifically focusing on landscaping work for green areas and related services. The contracting process is at the tender stage, where potential bidders are invited to submit their proposals. The tender process follows an open procedure, and submissions are to be made electronically via the Proactis Portal. Key dates to note include the tender submission deadline, which is set for 13th February 2026, and the enquiry period ending on 6th February 2026. The award decision is expected by 27th February 2026, with the contract commencement anticipated to start on 16th March 2026.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses involved in landscaping, horticultural, and agricultural services, especially those that can demonstrate a commitment to quality and community wellbeing. The estimated contract value is £1,329,400, with a maximum gross amount of £1,595,280, over an initial period of three years, with the possibility of renewal for an additional year. The procurement encourages participation from SMEs and VCSEs, making it an attractive proposition for smaller and community-focused enterprises. Businesses equipped to meet the criteria of price, quality, and community benefits will find this tender an excellent opportunity to expand their service offerings within the public sector.

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Notice Title

Grass Cutting Services

Notice Description

The Vale of Glamorgan Council requires grass cutting services at various locations throughout the Vale of Glamorgan area.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0604ff
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002807-2026
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, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

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


CPV Codes

45112700 - Landscaping work

45112710 - Landscaping work for green areas

77000000 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,329,400 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,329,400 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
13 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
16 Mar 2026 - 16 Mar 2029 3-4 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
VALE OF GLAMORGAN COUNCIL
Contact Name
Thomas Williams
Contact Email
thomas.williams4@cardiff.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+440000000000

Buyer Location

Locality
BARRY
Postcode
CF63 4RU
Post Town
Cardiff
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL52 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan
Delivery Location
TLL Wales

Local Authority
Vale of Glamorgan
Electoral Ward
Castleland
Westminster Constituency
Vale of Glamorgan

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