Tender

Floral Bedding, Planters and Hanging Basket Contract for 2026 -2029

BRANDON AND BYSHOTTLES PARISH COUNCIL

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10 Feb 2026 at 13:08

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10 Feb 2026 at 12:44

Summary of the contracting process

Brandon and Byshottles Parish Council is undertaking a procurement process for the "Floral Bedding, Planters and Hanging Basket Contract for 2026 -2029." Classified under landscape gardening services, this contract will oversee the supply, installation, and maintenance of floral displays across Durham, commencing on 1 April 2026. The tender is currently in the 'Tender' stage, with interested parties required to submit their proposals by 12 March 2026. This open procedure invites applications from experienced contractors, promising a potential extension up to 31 March 2029, dependent on satisfactory performance.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses in the landscape gardening sector, particularly those specialised in floral provisioning and environmental sustainability. The tender is well-suited for SMEs and VCSEs, offering a weight-based selection criteria focusing equally on price and quality of service. With the emphasis on planting design, maintenance, and communication, businesses can leverage this project to expand their reach and portfolio within the public sector market, fostering growth and sustainable practices.

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Notice Title

Floral Bedding, Planters and Hanging Basket Contract for 2026 -2029

Notice Description

Brandon and Byshottles Parish Council invites suitably experienced contractors to submit tenders for the supply, installation, maintenance, and watering of the Council's summer and winter floral displays. The contract will be awarded for an initial term of one year, commencing on 1 April 2026. Subject to satisfactory performance and formal approval by the Council, the contract may be extended on an annual basis, up to a maximum end date of 31 March 2029. Potential contractors must submit a completed Form of Tender together with all required supporting documentation. Details of the evaluation criteria and submission requirements are provided within the tender documents. The final date for submission of completed tenders is 12 March 2026.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-064c71
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011860-2026
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

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71421000 - Landscape gardening services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Feb 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
12 Mar 20263 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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BRANDON AND BYSHOTTLES PARISH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
clerk@brandonandbyshottlesparishcouncil.gov.uk
Contact Phone
01913789947

Buyer Location

Locality
DURHAM
Postcode
DH7 8JJ
Post Town
Durham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC41 Durham
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England)

Local Authority
County Durham
Electoral Ward
Brandon
Westminster Constituency
City of Durham

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