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05 Aug 2026 at 14:05

Summary of the contracting process

Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is currently overseeing a procurement process for the provision of Winter Gritting and Snow Clearance services, with the tender already active. This contract falls under the industry category of grounds maintenance services and is situated in Sheffield, United Kingdom. Interested parties should be aware that the electronic tendering system is used for submissions, and all communications will be managed online. Key dates include the enquiry period closing on 2nd September 2026, the tender submission deadline on 14th September 2026, and the potential award period completion by 12th October 2026. The procurement follows an open procedure and is subject to the Procurement Act 2023, with a focus on both cost and quality/social value, each accounting for 50% of the award criteria.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in grounds maintenance services, particularly those capable of delivering comprehensive winter maintenance solutions. The contract is ideal for businesses that can demonstrate robust economic and technical capabilities, aligning with the requirements specified in the tender documents. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to apply due to the suitability criteria favouring SMEs. The initial contract period extends from November 2026 to October 2028, with an option for renewal on a 1+1+1 basis, potentially extending service provision up to 2031. This offers a valuable chance for business growth through reliable long-term relationships, clear deliverables, and a simplified contract management process.

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Notice Title

STH - Winter Gritting and Snow Clearance

Notice Description

Provision for Winter Gritting and Snow Clearance

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06dca1
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/074282-2026
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

77314000 - Grounds maintenance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£232,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£232,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Aug 2026Today
Submission Deadline
14 Sep 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Nov 2026 - 31 Oct 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
2028-08-03

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SHEFFIELD TEACHING HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SHEFFIELD
Postcode
S10 2JF
Post Town
Sheffield
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE3 South Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE32 Sheffield
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Sheffield
Electoral Ward
Broomhill and Sharrow Vale
Westminster Constituency
Sheffield Central

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