Award

Rural Roadside Verge Maintenance

ABERDEENSHIRE COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

21 Apr 2017 at 00:00

Tender

13 Dec 2016 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The Aberdeenshire Council is seeking tenders for the "Rural Roadside Verge Maintenance", an initiative focused on grass cutting along public road verges throughout Aberdeenshire. This procurement falls under the services category and includes 21 distinct routes, ranging in length from approximately 380km to 580km, with an average of 440km. The tender process is currently at the Award stage, having completed the submission period on 20 January 2017. Notably, the contract will be for an initial term of two years, with the possibility of extension for an additional two years based on satisfactory performance and annual reviews.

This contract presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in landscaping, grounds maintenance, and related services. Companies that possess the necessary certifications, such as LANTRA for operating side-arm flail mowers, are particularly well-suited to compete for this tender. Furthermore, businesses with a proven track record in public service contracts, robust insurance coverage, and the capability to manage large-scale operations will find this opportunity advantageous for expanding their client base within local government sectors.

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Notice Title

Rural Roadside Verge Maintenance

Notice Description

The Council is seeking tenders for grass cutting on public road verges throughout Aberdeenshire. The area has been divided into 21 separate routes which vary in length from 380km to 580km approximately but typically average 440km. These measurements are intended for guidance only. Contracts will be let for an initial period of two years with a further option of two years subject to satisfactory completion and annual review, there is no guarantee that the volume of work will be constant for the duration of the contract.

Lot Information

Alford 2

The Council is seeking tenders for grass cutting on public road verges throughout Aberdeenshire.

Renewal: Potential period of up to 24 months

Ballater 1

The Council is seeking tenders for grass cutting on public road verges throughout Aberdeenshire.

Renewal: Potential period of up to 24 months

Banchory 1

The Council is seeking tenders for grass cutting on public road verges throughout Aberdeenshire.

Renewal: Potential period of up to 24 months

Banff 1

The Council is seeking tenders for grass cutting on public road verges throughout Aberdeenshire.

Renewal: Potential period of up to 24 months

Banff 2

The Council is seeking tenders for grass cutting on public road verges throughout Aberdeenshire.

Renewal: Potential period of up to 24 months

Ellon 1

The Council is seeking tenders for grass cutting on public road verges throughout Aberdeenshire.

Renewal: Potential period of up to 24 months

Ellon 2

The Council is seeking tenders for grass cutting on public road verges throughout Aberdeenshire.

Renewal: Potential period of up to 24 months

Fraserburgh 1

The Council is seeking tenders for grass cutting on public road verges throughout Aberdeenshire.

Renewal: Potential period of up to 24 months

Fraserburgh 2

The Council is seeking tenders for grass cutting on public road verges throughout Aberdeenshire.

Renewal: Potential period of up to 24 months

Garioch 1

The Council is seeking tenders for grass cutting on public road verges throughout Aberdeenshire.

Renewal: Potential period of up to 24 months

Garioch 2

The Council is seeking tenders for grass cutting on public road verges throughout Aberdeenshire.

Renewal: Potential period of up to 24 months

Huntly 1

The Council is seeking tenders for grass cutting on public road verges throughout Aberdeenshire.

Renewal: Potential period of up to 24 months

Huntly 2

The Council is seeking tenders for grass cutting on public road verges throughout Aberdeenshire.

Renewal: Potential period of up to 24 months

Mintlaw 1

The Council is seeking tenders for grass cutting on public road verges throughout Aberdeenshire.

Renewal: Potential period of up to 24 months

Mintlaw 2

The Council is seeking tenders for grass cutting on public road verges throughout Aberdeenshire.

Renewal: Potential period of up to 24 months

Stonehaven 1

The Council is seeking tenders for grass cutting on public road verges throughout Aberdeenshire.

Renewal: Potential period of up to 24 months

Stonehaven 2

The Council is seeking tenders for grass cutting on public road verges throughout Aberdeenshire.

Renewal: Potential period of up to 24 months

Stonehaven 3

The Council is seeking tenders for grass cutting on public road verges throughout Aberdeenshire.

Renewal: Potential period of up to 24 months

Turriff 1

The Council is seeking tenders for grass cutting on public road verges throughout Aberdeenshire.

Renewal: Potential period of up to 24 months

Turriff 2

The Council is seeking tenders for grass cutting on public road verges throughout Aberdeenshire.

Renewal: potential period of up to 24 months

Alford 1

The Council is seeking tenders for grass cutting on public road verges throughout Aberdeenshire.

Renewal: Potential period of up to 24 months

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000473657
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR280725
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

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


CPV Codes

45233229 - Verge maintenance work

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
21 Apr 20178 years ago
Submission Deadline
20 Jan 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Apr 20178 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ABERDEENSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
amanda.roe@aberdeenshire.gov.uk, angela.cook@aberdeenshire.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1224665652

Buyer Location

Locality
ABERDEEN
Postcode
AB16 5GB
Post Town
Aberdeen
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM5 North Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire
Delivery Location
TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire

Local Authority
Aberdeen City
Electoral Ward
Midstocket/Rosemount
Westminster Constituency
Aberdeen North

Further Information

Notice Documents

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