This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

15 Jun 2026 at 11:25

Tender

23 Mar 2026 at 11:29

Summary of the contracting process

Tewkesbury Borough Council initiated a public procurement process for the "Grounds Maintenance – Coopers Edge" contract, aimed at maintaining public open spaces in Brockworth and Hucclecote. This contract, relevant to the horticultural services industry, was conducted through an open competition method under a below-threshold procurement process. The procurement reached the award stage, dated 15th June 2026, with Smart Cut Ltd being awarded the contract, which spans from 1st July 2026 to 30th June 2028, with potential extensions up to 2030. The key performance tasks include regular maintenance of grassed areas, hedges, trees, and pathways to a high standard, with an emphasis on safety and environmental care.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses within the grounds maintenance and horticultural services sectors, particularly those experienced in large-scale public projects. Companies specialising in environmentally friendly landscaping and maintenance services, capable of adhering to safety regulations while providing consistent quality, are well-positioned to compete. Winning such contracts can foster business growth by enhancing reputation and expanding service portfolios, especially for those with robust operational capabilities and a commitment to sustainable practices.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Grounds Maintenance - Coopers Edge

Notice Description

The Authority is seeking a contractor to carry out grounds maintenance across newly acquired public open spaces in Brockworth and Hucclecote (Coopers Edge). The land consists mainly of grassed areas with hedges, trees, shrub borders and public pathways. The contractor will be responsible for maintaining these areas to a high and consistent standard, ensuring they remain safe, tidy and visually appealing for the community. (These are ground maintenance works only) The service includes regular grass cutting during the growing season, winter hedge and shrub maintenance, basic tree care, and hand-weeding throughout the year. No herbicides or pesticides are permitted. The contractor must operate safely in a publicly accessible environment, manage waste responsibly, and keep clear records with photographic evidence of each visit. The contract period will be two years, with the option to extend for a further two years and is anticipated to commence in spring 2026.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: The contract period will be two years, with the option to extend for a further two years and is anticipated to commence in spring 2026.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-067131
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056144-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

77300000 - Horticultural services

77314000 - Grounds maintenance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£47,900 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Jun 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
20 Apr 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
3 Jun 20262 months ago
Contract Period
30 Jun 2026 - 30 Jun 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
TEWKESBURY BOROUGH 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
TEWKESBURY
Postcode
GL20 5TT
Post Town
Gloucester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK73 Gloucestershire CC
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Tewkesbury
Electoral Ward
Tewkesbury South
Westminster Constituency
Tewkesbury

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SMART CUT

Further Information

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