This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

08 Jul 2026 at 14:20

Planning

17 Feb 2026 at 13:28

Summary of the contracting process

The current public procurement process managed by Coventry City Council, titled "COV-Parks Services," is in the tender stage. It falls under the works industry category and focuses on services such as landscaping, minor civil works, installation of street furniture, and maintenance of footpaths. Located within the UK's West Midlands region, the procurement invites suppliers through an open method for a competitive contracting process. The tender allows for electronic submissions until 10 August 2026, with an enquiry deadline of 7 August 2026. The total contract value is projected at £2,000,000, and the work is set to commence on 7 September 2026, running until 6 September 2030. This procurement includes a framework agreement with up to five participants, which allows for further competitive engagements if necessary.

The tender presents various opportunities for businesses experienced in park maintenance and landscaping services. Companies proficient in green area management, drainage works, installation and maintenance of street furniture, and sports ground development will find this project aligned with their capabilities. The competitive structure, prioritising a mix of pricing and quality factors such as health and safety compliance, carbon management, and quality assurance, favours SMEs aware of these criteria. Engaging in this tender can facilitate business growth through long-term contracts and participation in framework agreements, offering further competitive potential within Coventry's public infrastructure projects.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

COV-Parks Services

Notice Description

Parks services works, including landscaping, minor civils, installation of street furniture, installations and maintenance of footpaths.

Planning Information

There will be an option to attend one of two online presentations, which will be held on 12 and 13 March 2026, both at 10:00am. Interested suppliers must register their interest against the project on www.csw-jets.co.uk and submit the Supplier Proforma by 13 March 2026. Suppliers who do not attend a presentation will still have the opportunity to tender once the Invitation to Tender is released.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-065604
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/064320-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

45 - Construction work

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


CPV Codes

39113600 - Benches

45112700 - Landscaping work

45112710 - Landscaping work for green areas

45112711 - Landscaping work for parks

45112714 - Landscaping work for cemeteries

45112720 - Landscaping work for sports grounds and recreational areas

45232452 - Drainage works

45233293 - Installation of street furniture

45246400 - Flood-prevention works

45246410 - Flood-defences maintenance works

45342000 - Erection of fencing

77313000 - Parks maintenance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£2,000,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
10 Aug 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
23 Mar 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
6 Sep 2026 - 6 Sep 2030 4-5 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
COVENTRY CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
COVENTRY
Postcode
CV1 5RR
Post Town
Coventry
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG33 Coventry
Delivery Location
TLG33 Coventry

Local Authority
Coventry
Electoral Ward
St Michael's
Westminster Constituency
Coventry South

Further Information

Notice Documents

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