Tender

GBC - Borough bedding procurement for the supply of plants

GUILDFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Tender

08 Apr 2026 at 16:47

Summary of the contracting process

Guildford Borough Council has initiated an open tender process for the procurement of bedding plants, spanning a contract period of four years with possible extensions. This procurement falls under the services category, specifically targeting the supply of bedding plants including winter and summer varieties. The contract, valued at approximately £170,000 with a gross amount of £204,000, is positioned within the UKJ2 region in the United Kingdom. Interested participants must submit proposals by 20th May 2026, with the contract expected to commence on 1st July 2026 and possibly extending until 2031. The procurement method is classified as below threshold with open competition, promoting a fair bidding landscape.

This procurement opportunity presents substantial growth potential for businesses engaged in horticulture, landscaping, and the broader agricultural supplies sector. Companies specialising in plant production and maintenance services, especially those proficient in fulfilling large-scale, multi-season orders, would find this tender particularly lucrative. Given the blend of quality and price-focused award criteria, businesses that can deliver superior quality products at competitive prices are well-positioned to succeed. This tender could be a strategic opportunity for expanding market presence and securing a long-term contract with Guildford Borough Council, a reputable sub-central government authority.

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Notice Title

GBC - Borough bedding procurement for the supply of plants

Notice Description

Contract for the supply of bedding plants for four years consisting of two orders for winter and summer plants

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-067e6b
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032136-2026
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
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

03 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products

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


CPV Codes

03451100 - Bedding plants

77310000 - Planting and maintenance services of green areas

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£170,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£170,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Apr 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
20 May 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Jun 2026 - 30 Jun 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
GUILDFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GUILDFORD
Postcode
GU2 4BB
Post Town
Guildford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ25 West Surrey
Delivery Location
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex

Local Authority
Guildford
Electoral Ward
St Nicolas
Westminster Constituency
Guildford

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