Award

Abertillery War Memorial Grounds Maintenance

ABERTILLERY AND LLANHILLETH COMMUNITY COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

04 Mar 2026 at 11:32

S2W Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Tender

22 Oct 2024 at 12:17

S2W Notice - Website Invitation to Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Abertillery and Llanhilleth Community Council has concluded the award stage of the procurement process for the contract titled "Abertillery War Memorial Grounds Maintenance." This project falls under the services category, specifically grounds maintenance services, and pertains to the location at Queen Street, Abertillery. The procurement method was open tender, which welcomed bids from eligible companies for a service period running from 2025 to 2027. The tender included elements such as grass-cutting, weed control, and planting, with additional tasks for special occasions. Key dates within the project timeline include the contract signing on 21st January 2025, with the earlier tender period concluding on 29th November 2024.

This tender creates significant business growth opportunities, particularly for companies specialising in environmentally-friendly grounds maintenance. Businesses with expertise in managing community spaces, horticulture, and sustainable gardening practices are well-suited to compete, especially those ready to adhere to the Council’s Biodiversity plan. The contract's focus on pollinator-friendly planting and avoidance of harmful chemicals presents an ideal opportunity for businesses that are committed to eco-friendly practices. This initiative not only allows a successful bidder to secure work for a three-year period but also fosters a valuable relationship with a local government authority.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Abertillery War Memorial Grounds Maintenance

Notice Description

The current Grounds Maintenance contract for the War Memorial at Queen Street Abertillery is due for renewal.The Council is looking for a company to take on the Grounds Maintenance contract for the next three years (2025 - 2026 - 2027).The quote should cover the following and show the yearly costs. Payments are made by BACS on receipt of invoices after each visit.1. 3-weekly visits to the site per year between April and November to involve grass-cutting, weed control and litter-picking2. The planting of colourful spring/summer/winter bedding plants and fertilising of the planted area. Flowers to be pollinator friendly and in line with the Council's Biodiversity plan. No harmful chemicals or pesticides to be used.3. Summer irrigation as and when required to the flower beds. Please show costs per watering visit.4. Additional work may need to be carried out in the week leading up to the annual Remembrance Sunday service to ensure the grounds are looking their best.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-kuma6s-145469
Publication Source
Sell2Wales
Latest Notice
https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=145469
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
S2W Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Mar 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
29 Nov 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Jan 20251 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ABERTILLERY AND LLANHILLETH COMMUNITY 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
TREDEGAR
Postcode
NP13 1AE
Post Town
Newport
Country
Wales
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL53 Gwent Valleys
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Blaenau Gwent
Electoral Ward
Abertillery and Six Bells
Westminster Constituency
Blaenau Gwent and Rhymney

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

GREENFINGERS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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