Framework for the Supply and Delivery of Horticultural Products and Fertilisers

ANGUS COUNCIL

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Tender

24 Jun 2026 at 08:48

Summary of the contracting process

This tender involves a framework agreement led by Angus Council for the supply and delivery of horticultural products and fertilisers, categorised under Agricultural and Horticultural Products. The procurement is currently at the 'Tender' stage, with the process being conducted via an open procedure, and is expected to conclude on 3rd August 2026. The contract is intended to support grounds maintenance and landscaping operations across various public sector organisations within the Tayside region of Scotland. Interested suppliers should note the electronic submissions requirement and adhere to the deadline set for responses. The framework addresses multiple lots including chemicals, fertilisers, grass seed, landscaping bark, and bulk items, with a contract period of 1080 days and a potential 12-month renewal option.

This tender offers a significant opportunity for businesses involved in the agricultural and horticultural industry to secure a position in a multi-supplier framework. Companies specialising in the supply of horticultural chemicals, fertilisers, or bulk materials, as well as those with capabilities in delivering landscaping and grounds maintenance products, will find this opportunity particularly lucrative. With a framework value estimated at £700,000, there is ample scope for financial growth. Businesses that can demonstrate a strong quality-to-price offering, as the award criteria heavily weigh price at 70%, will be well-suited to compete. Moreover, suppliers are encouraged to propose community benefits aligned with the scale of the contract, such as initiatives supporting local schools or environmental projects, further enhancing their bid.

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Notice Title

Framework for the Supply and Delivery of Horticultural Products and Fertilisers

Notice Description

Angus Council seeks to establish a multi-supplier framework agreement for the supply and delivery of horticultural products including bulk materials, chemicals, fertilisers, grass seed and landscaping bark. The framework will support grounds maintenance and landscaping operations across participating public sector organisations.

Lot Information

Chemicals

Supply and delivery of horticultural chemicals to support grounds maintenance, landscaping and open space operations. Further details are provided within the tender documentation.

Renewal: 12-month optional extension period(s).

Fertilisers

Supply and delivery of fertilisers to support grounds maintenance, landscaping and open space operations. Further details are provided within the tender documentation.

Renewal: 12-month optional extension period(s).

Grass Seed

Supply and delivery of grass seed products to support grounds maintenance, landscaping and open space operations. Further details are provided within the tender documentation.

Renewal: 12-month optional extension period(s).

Landscaping Bark

Supply and delivery of landscaping bark products to support grounds maintenance, landscaping and open space operations. Further details are provided within the tender documentation.

Renewal: 12-month optional extension period(s).

Bulk Items

Supply and delivery of bulk horticultural materials to support grounds maintenance, landscaping and open space operations. Further details are provided within the tender documentation.

Renewal: 12-month optional extension period(s).

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06bbb3
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059225-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

14 - Mining, basic metals and related products

24 - Chemical products

37 - Musical instruments, sport goods, games, toys, handicraft, art materials and accessories

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


CPV Codes

03100000 - Agricultural and horticultural products

03111000 - Seeds

03120000 - Horticultural and nursery products

14210000 - Gravel, sand, crushed stone and aggregates

24400000 - Fertilisers and nitrogen compounds

24440000 - Miscellaneous fertilisers

24450000 - Agro-chemical products

37410000 - Outdoor sports equipment

77314100 - Grassing services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£700,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Jun 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
3 Aug 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ANGUS COUNCIL
Additional Buyers

DUNDEE CITY COUNCIL

PERTH & KINROSS COUNCIL

TAYSIDE CONTRACTS

UNIVERSITY OF DUNDEE

Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
FORFAR
Postcode
DD8 1AN
Post Town
Dundee
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM0 Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM03 Angus and Dundee City
Delivery Location
TLM71 Angus and Dundee City, TLM77 Perth and Kinross, and Stirling

Local Authority
Dundee City
Electoral Ward
West End
Westminster Constituency
Dundee Central

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