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LB Hillingdon - Provision of borough wide weed control treatments

LONDON BOROUGH OF HILLINGDON

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06 Mar 2026 at 10:19

Summary of the contracting process

The London Borough of Hillingdon is conducting a procurement process for the provision of borough-wide weed control treatments under an open procedure. The tender, titled "LB Hillingdon - Provision of borough wide weed control treatments", falls within the services industry category, specifically targeting weed-clearance services. The scope entails applying herbicides to manage grass and weed growth across various locations in Hillingdon, including highways, housing estates, tree boxes, and public rights of way. The process is active, with key deadlines for enquiries on 25 March 2026 and tender submissions by 1 April 2026. The contract is designed to support Hillingdon's commitment to reducing chemical use over time, offering a significant business opportunity valued at £810,000 GBP for three years, with an extension option for up to two years.

This procurement offers substantial growth potential, particularly for businesses specialising in environmental and horticultural services. Suppliers with expertise in innovative and alternative weed control methods, alongside traditional herbicide applications, will find themselves well-suited to compete. As the procurement follows an open procedure with no preliminary market engagement, small and medium-sized enterprises are encouraged to participate. The emphasis on effective yet sustainable weed control reflects a broader industry trend, presenting an opportunity for businesses that align with eco-friendly practices to demonstrate their capabilities and partake in potential service expansions within this contract's duration.

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Notice Title

LB Hillingdon - Provision of borough wide weed control treatments

Notice Description

The London Borough of Hillingdon is seeking a qualified supplier to provide borough-wide weed control services.The contract covers the targeted application of Glyphosate by knapsack , alongside other approved, alternative or innovative treatment techniques. The scope of works is within the boundaries of Hillingdon, the application of herbicide to control all grass and weed growth throughout the Highway Network, on Council Housing Estates, Tree Boxes in the Borough and from surfaced Scheduled Public Rights of Way. Hillingdon are committed to reducing chemical use over time and requires a supplier that is able to support this goal and deliver effective weed control. The procurement is being run as an Open Procedure under the Procurement Act 2023. The Contract will be for an initial term of three (3) years with an extendable option for a period of two (2) years, giving a total of five (5) years (the Term). The London Borough of Hillingdon has a strong understanding of the market and is progressing with an open procedure within the required project timescales; therefore, no preliminary market engagement has been undertaken.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Options: A.Optional re-treatment as and when required B.The trial of alternative herbicides (subject to Council instruction).

Renewal: A.The Contract will be for an initial term of three (3) years with an extendable option for a period of two (2) years, giving a total of five (5) years (the Term). B.The frequency of weed control treatments maybe subject to change throughout the duration of the contract.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0663cc
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020238-2026
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
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

77312000 - Weed-clearance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£810,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£810,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
1 Apr 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Jun 2026 - 30 Jun 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
2030-06-30

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LONDON BOROUGH OF HILLINGDON
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
UXBRIDGE
Postcode
UB8 1UW
Post Town
Southall
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI7 Outer London - West and North West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI74 Harrow and Hillingdon
Delivery Location
TLI74 Harrow and Hillingdon

Local Authority
Hillingdon
Electoral Ward
Uxbridge
Westminster Constituency
Uxbridge and South Ruislip

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