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Grounds Maintenance services for Rushden, Higham Ferrers & Irthlingborough Town Councils

Rushden Town Council

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24 Jun 2026 at 13:56

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15 Jun 2026 at 15:57

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Summary of the contracting process

Rushden Town Council, in collaboration with Higham Ferrers and Irthlingborough Town Councils, invites tenders for a comprehensive grounds maintenance contract. This procurement process is at the Tender stage, involving an open procedure under the Public Contracts Regulations 2015. The contract, expected to cover a period of five years with an optional two-year extension, encompasses services such as grass cutting, hedge maintenance, weed control, litter collection, and sports field maintenance across the three towns located in the UK region of UKF2. The tender deadline is set for 12:00 noon on 14 July 2026, with the contract commencement date planned for 1 November 2026. The estimated contract value, including the extension, ranges from £3,000,000 to £4,000,000.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses in the landscaping and grounds maintenance sectors to expand their portfolios and gain a long-term contract. Suitable candidates would include companies with proven experience in providing comprehensive grounds maintenance services, particularly those emphasising quality, environmental policies, and innovation. The selection criteria prioritise quality at 60%, underscoring service delivery methodology and social value commitments. With a substantial contract value and duration, this project offers businesses not only growth potential but also the chance to establish a presence in the public service domain.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Grounds Maintenance services for Rushden, Higham Ferrers & Irthlingborough Town Councils

Notice Description

Grounds Maintenance Tender Information 1. Contracting Authority Rushden Town Council Rushden Hall, Hall Park, Rushden, Northamptonshire NN10 9NG On behalf of: * Rushden Town Council * Higham Ferrers Town Council * Irthlingborough Town Council Contact: Paul Wilcox or Vivienne Prodger Email: contracts@rushdentowncouncil.gov.uk 2. Title of Contract Grounds Maintenance Services for Rushden, Higham Ferrers & Irthlingborough Town Councils. 3. Reference Number RTC GM 2026 4. Short Description of the Contract Rushden Town Council invites suitably qualified and experienced contractors to tender for the provision of comprehensive grounds maintenance services across the three towns. The contract covers (but is not limited to): * Grass cutting - amenity areas, parks, verges, cemeteries * Hedge and shrub maintenance - trimming, shaping, seasonal works * Weed control - hard surfaces, planted areas, chemical and non chemical options * Litter collection - open spaces, parks, high use areas * Sports pitch maintenance - marking, mowing, seasonal preparation * Cemetery grounds care - respectful upkeep, memorial safety awareness * Grave digging - preparation of graves, backfilling, reinstatement, compliance with burial regulations * Tree works (basic) - low level pruning, safety reporting * Seasonal tasks - leaf clearance, planting support, winter preparation 5. Contract Type Services 6. Contract Duration 5 years, with an optional 2 year extension (5 + 2) Contract commencement: 1st November 2026 7. Estimated Contract Value PS3,000,000 - PS4,000,000 (full term including extension) 8. Procurement Procedure Open Procedure under the Public Contracts Regulations 2015. 9. Conditions for Participation Tenderers must provide: * Evidence of relevant experience * Health & Safety documentation (including RAMS) * Environmental policy * Insurance certificates (Public Liability PS10m; Employers' Liability PS5m) * Quality assurance processes * Pricing schedule and method statements 10. How to Obtain Tender Documents Tender documents, specifications, maps, and submission instructions are available upon request from the Contracting Authority Rushden Town Council. 11. Deadline for Submission 12:00 noon, 14 July 2026 12. Tender Submission Format Electronic submission only. Required components: * Completed Form of Tender * Pricing schedule * Method statements * Compliance documents 13. Award Criteria * Quality: 60% * Price: 40% Quality criteria include: * Service delivery methodology * Environmental approach * Responsiveness and communication * Innovation and efficiency * Social value commitments 14. Additional Information Site visits available on request. Clarification questions must be submitted by 3 July 2026. 15. Publication This notice will be published on: * Find a Tender * Rushden Town Council website

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: The contract is a five year contract with an additional two year extension.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06b543
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059446-2026
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

77310000 - Planting and maintenance services of green areas

77320000 - Sports fields maintenance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£3,500,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£3,500,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Jun 20262 months ago
Submission Deadline
14 Jul 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Nov 2026 - 31 Oct 2031 Over 5 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
Rushden Town Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
RUSHDEN,
Postcode
NN10 9NG
Postcode Area
Northampton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF25 North Northamptonshire
Delivery Location
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Local Authority
North Northamptonshire
Electoral Ward
Rushden South
Westminster Constituency
Wellingborough and Rushden

Further Information

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