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Provision of Assisted Gardening Scheme and Communal Grass Cutting (Bedfordshire)

AMPLIUS LIVING

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31 Mar 2026 at 14:14

UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Award

23 Mar 2026 at 14:48

UK5 - Transparency Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Provision of Assisted Gardening Scheme and Communal Grass Cutting (Bedfordshire)" has been completed. Organised by Amplius Living, a sub-central government public authority based in Milton Keynes, the contract is poised to benefit residents across Bedfordshire. With the tender process now in the award stage, MJ Granger Grounds Maintenance Limited has been selected as the supplier for this contract. The direct award procurement method, justified by the ongoing need for continuity in service, sees this contract commencing on 13th April 2026 and concluding by 31st March 2027, with a gross value of £250,000. The procurement falls under the services category, specifically grounds maintenance, and is above the standard threshold, signifying its scope and importance. Key dates include the end of the standstill period on 13th April 2026, indicating imminent contract finalization.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in grounds maintenance services to expand their market presence in the Bedfordshire region. As a direct award, it signals the importance of having a strong relationship and track record with local authorities like Amplius Living. The project offers considerable potential for companies adept in managing communal outdoor spaces efficiently. SMEs with expertise in gardening schemes or enhancing communal areas may find competitive advantage by engaging with public authorities on projects similar to this, particularly in regions with demand for continued service provision. Remaining abreast of public procurement plans and aligning offerings with these requirements could foster growth in this sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of Assisted Gardening Scheme and Communal Grass Cutting (Bedfordshire)

Notice Description

Provision of Assisted Gardening Scheme and Communal Grass Cutting (Bedfordshire) - MJ Granger

Procurement Information

There's a need for the continuation of the Assisted Gardening Scheme and Communal Grass Cutting for Amplius residents in Bedfordshire. The requirement has been added to Procurement's Annual Plan for 2026-2027 for procurement of the services.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06719a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029831-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

77314000 - Grounds maintenance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£250,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Mar 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
12 Apr 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Pending
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
AMPLIUS LIVING
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MILTON KEYNES
Postcode
MK7 6BZ
Post Town
Milton Keynes
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ12 Milton Keynes
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Milton Keynes
Electoral Ward
Monkston
Westminster Constituency
Milton Keynes Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MJ GRANGER GROUNDS MAINTENANCE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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