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Tender

11 Aug 2026 at 11:07

Summary of the contracting process

The Wanborough Parish Council is currently overseeing a procurement process for grounds maintenance services, titled "Grounds Maintenance Tender". The process is classified under the industry category of "Grounds maintenance services" and will take place in the UK region of UKK. The procedure is an open tender currently at the tender stage. Key deadlines include the tender submission end date on 1st October 2026, followed by notification for awards by 14th December 2026. The contract aims to address the maintenance needs of public areas within the Wanborough Parish, encompassing tasks such as grass cutting, hedge maintenance, and weed control.

This tender is a valuable opportunity for businesses with expertise in grounds maintenance, particularly those that are Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs). With a procurement value up to £25,000, it provides potential for growth and establishment within the industry. Companies with relevant experience, strong references, and the ability to comply with health and safety standards will be well-suited for competition. The procurement method, being open, allows a wider participation which fosters competitiveness and encourages high-quality service delivery. Businesses willing to send postal submissions are encouraged to apply, adhering to the detailed submission instructions before the deadline.

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Notice Title

Grounds Maintenance Tender

Notice Description

Provision of grounds maintenance services within Wanborough Parish, including grass cutting, hedge maintenance, weed control, maintenance of public open spaces, and other council-owned land in accordance with the contract specification.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06e131
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/076176-2026
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
£20,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£20,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Aug 2026Today
Submission Deadline
30 Sep 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Mar 2027 - 31 Mar 2029 2-3 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
WANBOROUGH PARISH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
WANBOROUGH
Postcode
SN4 0AN
Post Town
Swindon
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK71 Swindon
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Ridgeway
Westminster Constituency
East Wiltshire

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