Tender

Contract for the Provision of Grounds Maintenance Services

PETERSFIELD TOWN COUNCIL

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Tender

15 May 2026 at 13:44

Summary of the contracting process

Petersfield Town Council is inviting tenders for the provision of grounds maintenance services in Petersfield, located within the South Downs National Park in Hampshire. This open procedure tender, classified under the services industry, aims to ensure high-quality maintenance of public landscaped areas, aligning with the town's environmental standards. The procurement stage is currently active, with the tender process closing on 28th June 2026. Businesses interested in submitting their tenders should note that any queries must be submitted by 14th June 2026. The contract, starting on 1st October 2026, is scheduled to run until 31st March 2031, with a possible extension up to 2036.

This tender provides a promising opportunity for businesses specialising in agricultural and horticultural services to partner with a public authority, presenting a platform for growth and long-term collaboration. Small and medium-sized enterprises with expertise in similar service contracts, strong financial stability, and a commitment to environmental and regulatory compliance will be well-suited to compete. The contract encourages innovation and quality service delivery, leveraging suppliers' past performance and technical capabilities. With the possibility of extension after its initial term, this opportunity supports sustained business growth and development in a publicly valued setting.

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Notice Title

Contract for the Provision of Grounds Maintenance Services

Notice Description

Petersfield Town Council is tendering for the provision of its grounds maintenance services in the town of Petersfield, in the South Downs National Park area of Hampshire. The Council is committed to providing a comprehensive range of landscaped, natural and amenity facilities across its land. Working in partnership with the appointed Contractor will be key to delivering a high standard of service that not only meets the required specifications but that also embodies the pride we have in our town's rich and diverse natural features.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: After the initial term of 4 years and 6 months, the contract can be extended for up to a further maximum 5 years, incrementally. Please see the contract for details.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-069a22
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044961-2026
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
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

77000000 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 May 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
28 Jun 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Sep 2026 - 31 Mar 2031 4-5 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
PETERSFIELD TOWN COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
PETERSFIELD
Postcode
GU31 4EA
Post Town
Guildford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ36 Central Hampshire
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
East Hampshire
Electoral Ward
Petersfield St Peter's
Westminster Constituency
East Hampshire

Further Information

Notice Documents

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