Request for Information (RFI) Provision of Parks, Green Spaces and Market Street Public Toilets Maintenance and Cleaning Contract - Kidderminster Town Council

WEST MERCIA POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER

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PlanningUpdate

20 Jul 2026 at 18:11

Planning

20 Jul 2026 at 16:13

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process is currently in the planning stage for a project titled "Request for Information (RFI) Provision of Parks, Green Spaces, and Market Street Public Toilets Maintenance and Cleaning Contract," led by the West Mercia Police and Crime Commissioner in collaboration with Kidderminster Town Council. Set in Worcester, UKG12, this initiative focuses on facilities and grounds maintenance services within the public sector. A pre-market engagement exercise is scheduled until 31st July 2026, allowing interested parties to engage prior to the formal procurement stage, which aligns with the Procurement Act 2023. The procurement strategy emphasises industry-compatible practices aimed at value for money and transparency, with formal notices expected by 7th August 2026.

This tender represents substantial opportunities for SMEs specialising in services related to cleaning, sanitation, grounds maintenance, and refuse management. By participating in the pre-market engagement, businesses can input into the development of the procurement process, positioning themselves favorably for when the tender is officially launched. Companies with experience in urban environmental maintenance, effective waste management solutions, or innovative grounds management practices will find this RFI particularly pertinent. Engaging early offers enterprises a distinct advantage in refining their proposals to align with identified market needs and client expectations, subsequently aiding in expanding their operational footprint in the public sector.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Request for Information (RFI) Provision of Parks, Green Spaces and Market Street Public Toilets Maintenance and Cleaning Contract - Kidderminster Town Council

Notice Description

**THIS IS AN RFI ONLY** The West Mercia Police Contracts and Procurement Team, acting on behalf of the Kidderminster Town Council (the Authority), intends to undertake pre-market engagement in accordance with the Procurement Act 2023 in relation to an upcoming Parks, Green Spaces and Market Street Public Toilets Maintenance and Cleaning Contract Ref: KTC26 2735 tender. This Request for Information (RFI) is issued as part of the Authority's preliminary market engagement activity to inform the development of the future procurement. The purpose of this engagement is to support compliance with the Procurement Act 2023 by improving transparency and ensuring the procurement is designed in a manner that is proportionate, delivers value for money, and reflects current industry-accepted practices. The RFI seeks to help the Authority better understand market capability and capacity, gauge supplier interest, and identify any risks, innovations, or considerations that suppliers consider relevant to the scope, specification, and delivery model prior to the commencement of a formal procurement process. Participation in this RFI is voluntary and does not form part of any subsequent procurement process, nor does it commit the Authority to undertake a procurement or any participant to bid. Any future procurement will be conducted in compliance with the Procurement Act 2023 and the Authority's statutory obligations, ensuring fair treatment, non-discrimination, and that competition is not distorted as a result of this engagement. Link to the live RFI is enclosed and closes at 12pm noon on the 31st July 2026 - https://sell2.in-tend.co.uk/blpd/publictender-details?tid=a2611ac4-2782-46e6-b1d6-cec8d855193d All correspondence and submissions are to be followed as per the instructions within the RFI documentation via InTend.

Planning Information

Pre-market engagement exercise (RFI) via MS Forms

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06cf3f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068464-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

43 - Machinery for mining, quarrying, construction equipment

45 - Construction work

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

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

43325100 - Grounds-maintenance equipment

45112700 - Landscaping work

45112710 - Landscaping work for green areas

45112711 - Landscaping work for parks

45112712 - Landscaping work for gardens

45112720 - Landscaping work for sports grounds and recreational areas

45112723 - Landscaping work for playgrounds

77314000 - Grounds maintenance services

79993100 - Facilities management services

90500000 - Refuse and waste related services

90513000 - Non-hazardous refuse and waste treatment and disposal services

90524000 - Medical waste services

90533000 - Waste-tip management services

90600000 - Cleaning and sanitation services in urban or rural areas, and related services

90900000 - Cleaning and sanitation services

90910000 - Cleaning services

90918000 - Bin-cleaning services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Jul 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
7 Aug 20263 weeks to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2027 - 31 Mar 2030 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WEST MERCIA POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WORCESTER
Postcode
WR3 8SP
Post Town
Worcester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG1 Herefordshire, Worcestershire and Warwickshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG12 Worcestershire CC
Delivery Location
TLG12 Worcestershire CC

Local Authority
Wychavon
Electoral Ward
North Claines & Salwarpe
Westminster Constituency
Droitwich and Evesham

Further Information

Notice Documents

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