Tender

Grounds Maintenance

HEDDON ON THE WALL PARISH COUNCIL

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Tender

28 Jan 2026 at 08:55

Summary of the contracting process

The Heddon on the Wall Parish Council invites tender submissions for their Grounds Maintenance contract, which is part of the horticultural services industry. This procurement process is currently at the tender stage, with submissions due by 4th March 2026 at noon. The contract is scheduled to commence on 1st April 2026 and will run for three years, with the possibility of a one-year extension. The project covers various regions in the United Kingdom, including UKC, UKD, UKE, UKF, UKG, UKH, UKI, UKJ, and UKK. Conducted via an 'open' procurement method under a 'below threshold' open competition protocol, this opportunity is pivotal for relevant businesses looking to expand into new territories or strengthen their local presence.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) with expertise in grounds maintenance services. The tender process allows for electronic submissions, ensuring convenience for potential contractors. Businesses with experience in horticultural services, capable of providing comprehensive maintenance in line with the articulated Schedule of Work, should consider this opportunity to enhance their portfolio and establish a long-term relationship with a parish-level government body. The involvement also promises the potential for additional purchases throughout the contract duration, offering avenues for further business growth and continuity.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Grounds Maintenance

Notice Description

Heddon on the Wall Parish Council's Grounds Maintenance contract, scheduled to begin on 1st April 2026 for a period of 3 years, is now open for tender. We are inviting suitably qualified and experienced contractors to tender to provide grounds maintenance services in accordance with the Schedule of Work. All potential suppliers of these services must submit the completed Tender Form with all supporting documentation as requested. The submission date is Wednesday 4th March 2026 at 12 noon. The contract will begin on 1st April 2026.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Options: The right to additional purchases while the contract is valid.

Renewal: Potential extension of one year

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-061055
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/007362-2026
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
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

77300000 - Horticultural services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£15,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£15,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Jan 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
4 Mar 20264 weeks to go
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
HEDDON ON THE WALL PARISH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
heddonpc@gmail.com
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
HEDDON ON THE WALL
Postcode
NE15 0EJ
Post Town
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC42 Northumberland
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
Northumberland
Electoral Ward
Ponteland South with Heddon
Westminster Constituency
Hexham

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