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title: "OG - Supply of New Battery Operated Machinery for Grounds Maintenance - PP998"
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# OG - Supply of New Battery Operated Machinery for Grounds Maintenance - PP998

Buyer: ORBIT GROUP LIMITED  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-11707cc0-6faa-4ffe-8e33-8de273b9aaed

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## Summary

The procurement process involves Orbit Group Limited seeking suppliers for the "OG - Supply of New Battery Operated Machinery for Grounds Maintenance - PP998." This tender falls under the miscellaneous gardening equipment category and targets businesses located within the Midlands of the United Kingdom. The procurement method is an open procedure, with the tender period closing on 24th January 2020. The contract period is set to commence on 17th February 2020 and conclude on 28th February 2023. Interested parties are required to submit their quotes through the e-procurement portal, ProContract, before the specified deadline.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in the supply and maintenance of horticultural machinery, particularly those specialising in battery-operated equipment. Companies with experience in providing comprehensive maintenance and servicing solutions, including the supply of parts such as batteries and accessories, will be well-suited to compete. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) may find this procurement particularly accessible, contributing to the sustainable shift from petrol-operated machinery in grounds maintenance across Orbit's schemes.

## Notice

Orbit Group Limited (Orbit) are looking for a supplier who is able to supply battery operated grounds maintenance machinery including but not limited to the types set out below, together with a comprehensive all inclusive fixed cost maintenance and servicing provision including the batteries for such items to be purchased over a phased period of 2 to 3 years as the Client phases out its use of petrol operated machinery and equipment. * 18 pedestrian mowers * 18 commercial batteries * 10 harnesses * 10 charging units * 5 compact hedge trimmers * 5 long reach/telescopic hedge trimmers * Double sided blades for hedge trimmers (if not supplied with hedge trimmers) * 10 brush cutters * 10 hand blowers The machinery is to service Orbit schemes in the Midlands. Delivery to potentially be to multiple locations within the area. Please see the Request for Quotation document for full requirement. This tender opportunity is being run via the e-procurement portal 'Procontract'. If not already registered, your company can register for free via https://procontract.due-north.com. Once registered you will need to search for the opportunity and register your interest to access all The relevant documentation and submit your response. Please read the full requirements and answer all questions. Any additional documents that may be requested must be uploaded with your response via the portal. You must submit your quote through ProContract no later than the date specified. Quotes may be submitted at any time before the closing date although will remain sealed until the opening date. The following information must be provided: * Questionnaire Response * Signed Appendices (including T&C's) * Pricing Schedule All clarification questions must be raised via the portal.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ee8be7d4-8056-4ec6-9418-472cfa7a0271 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 7 Jan 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 24 Jan 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 17 Feb 2020 - 28 Feb 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £150,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | ORBIT GROUP LIMITED |
| Locality | COVENTRY |
| Post town | Coventry |
| Postcode | CV3 2SU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG33 Coventry |
| Local authority | Coventry |
| Electoral ward | Wyken |
| Westminster constituency | Coventry East |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 16 - Agricultural machinery

### Codes

- 16160000 - Miscellaneous gardening equipment

## Release History

- 7 Jan 2020 at 16:28 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ee8be7d4-8056-4ec6-9418-472cfa7a0271

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ee8be7d4-8056-4ec6-9418-472cfa7a0271
  7th January 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=2c84d466-6731-ea11-80fc-005056b64545
  Advert

## Notice URLs

- http://www.orbit.org.uk
- https://procontract.due-north.com

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