Tender

TfGM Landscaping Services 2026

TRANSPORT FOR GREATER MANCHESTER

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Tender

28 Apr 2026 at 10:22

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM) is seeking to establish a contract for landscaping services across its expansive estate, including facilities spread over 60 sites within Greater Manchester's 10 councils. The industry category for this procurement is landscaping work, and the key services include shrub maintenance, grass cutting, and seasonal planting, among others. This tender is currently at the active stage, with submissions closing on 25th May 2026, and the contract scheduled to commence on 3rd July 2026. Interested parties should ensure registration on the Central Digital Platform as all submissions must comply with the legal standards outlined under legal basis 2023/54. The procurement method is open, inviting wide participation via the Pro-Contract portal.

This contract represents a significant opportunity for businesses, particularly those experienced in facilities management and landscaping services. The tender is suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and offers a 3+1+1 years contract structure, potentially extending to 5 years. It provides a substantial scope for sustained business growth, with an initial estimated value of £815,000, which can increase with year-on-year extensions. Bidders, capable of delivering high-quality landscaping services either directly or through managed subcontractors, will find this an excellent business prospect, particularly amid compliance requirements such as TUPE in commercial evaluations. The combination of commercial and technical quality criteria, including social value considerations, ensures diverse opportunities for contractors demonstrating both cost-effectiveness and superior service quality.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

TfGM Landscaping Services 2026

Notice Description

TfGM is looking to establish a new contract for a single supplier to provide landscaping requirements across its estate. TfGM oversees facilities management at 60 sites throughout the 10 Councils of Greater Manchester. Its varied portfolio encompasses 22 bus stations, one railway station, 14 railway car parks, two logistics facilities and warehouses, the Leigh Guided Busway (LEGB), as well as multiple roundabouts. The Tenderer must be able to provide the services themselves or via a suitable subcontractor that they will manage and be responsible for during the contract term. The Tenderer shall provide all labour, materials, equipment, and supervision necessary to carry out the services described within this document. Works shall include, but are not limited to, grass cutting, shrub and hedge maintenance, weed control, hard-surface cleansing, litter removal, arboriculture tasks, seasonal planting, and general landscape upkeep. All services must be delivered in compliance with relevant legislation, industry best practice, and agreed performance standards. This is a 3+1+1 year contract, leading to a potential 5 years contract duration. Please note that TUPE may be a requirement on this tender and Tenderers will be required to complete two separate pricing schedules, one including proposed TUPE costs in the overall cost AND one excluding (or without) them. TfGM will determine whether TUPE applies or not after the bids have been received and prior to moderation and award. This will be communicated to all Tenderers that have bid, at this point and will confirm which pricing schedule will be used. TfGM's decision will be based on the facts as to which TfGM believe is the correct basis to moderate the commercial element of bids on (i.e. the TUPE Included price or the TUPE Excluded price). Any Tenderer wishing to submit a response to this tender must ensure that they are registered on the Central Digital Platform (CDP). TfGM reserves the right to amend award criteria in this procurement under section 24(1) of the Procurement Act 2023.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: There are x2 single year extensions available and will be taken up if required.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-068c70
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038436-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45112700 - Landscaping work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£815,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£815,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
25 May 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
2 Jul 2026 - 2 Jul 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
TRANSPORT FOR GREATER MANCHESTER
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M1 3BG
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD33 Manchester
Delivery Location
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Piccadilly
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Central

Further Information

Notice Documents

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