Tender

EBCT 448 - Herbicide application

EREWASH BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Tender

01 May 2026 at 06:52

Summary of the contracting process

Erewash Borough Council is inviting tenders for the provision of herbicide application services, intended for use on footpaths, pavements, and pedestrianised areas throughout the Borough of Ilkeston, United Kingdom. This procurement process falls under the "services" category, specifically for weed-clearance services, identified by the CPV code 77312000. The tender is part of an open competition, with submissions to be made via the EastMidsTenders e-portal. The tender period concludes on 22 May 2026, and interested parties must submit enquiries by 12 May 2026. The contract is expected to commence on 8 June 2026 and may be extended for up to two additional 12-month periods.

This procurement opportunity offers significant growth potential for businesses specialising in agricultural services, landscape maintenance, and environmental management. Ideal candidates include SMEs and VCSEs (Voluntary, Community, and Social Enterprises) that can deliver high-standard, safe, and effective weed control services. With a strong emphasis on price and quality, and a contract value grossing £172,800, this tender presents a lucrative prospect for businesses eager to expand their portfolio within the public sector. The contract's renewal options further enhance potential long-term business engagements with the council.

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Notice Title

EBCT 448 - Herbicide application

Notice Description

Erewash Borough Council are inviting bids for the provision of herbicide application services to footpaths, pavements and pedestrianised areas across the Borough. An estimated 2 - 3 applications are required per annum. The Contractor shall provide a comprehensive, safe, compliant and effective weed control service in accordance with the Council's Specification, applicable legislation, manufacturer guidance and best industry practice. Full details can be found within the invitation to tender documents.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: There is an option to extend for two further periods of 12 months each subject to funding, business need and satisfactory performance.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-068fd8
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040227-2026
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
SME, VCSE
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
£144,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£144,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 May 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
22 May 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
7 Jun 2026 - 7 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
EREWASH BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
ILKESTON
Postcode
DE7 5RP
Post Town
Derby
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF13 South and West Derbyshire
Delivery Location
TLF13 South and West Derbyshire

Local Authority
Erewash
Electoral Ward
Little Hallam
Westminster Constituency
Erewash

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