--- title: "Grounds Maintenance Contract" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-13ee9287-5a48-4889-b9c4-3a985e74c774" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-13ee9287-5a48-4889-b9c4-3a985e74c774" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-13ee9287-5a48-4889-b9c4-3a985e74c774.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-13ee9287-5a48-4889-b9c4-3a985e74c774.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "HAYDON WICK PARISH COUNCIL" published: "2022-07-13" --- # Grounds Maintenance Contract Buyer: HAYDON WICK PARISH COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-13ee9287-5a48-4889-b9c4-3a985e74c774 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-13ee9287-5a48-4889-b9c4-3a985e74c774) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-13ee9287-5a48-4889-b9c4-3a985e74c774.json) ## Summary Haydon Wick Parish Council in North Swindon is currently seeking a grounds maintenance contractor for its autumn/winter schedule through a tender process. This procurement falls within the works category and is classified under weed-clearance services, parks maintenance, and grounds maintenance. The tender period will close on Friday, 5th August 2022, with the initial contract expected to commence on 3rd October 2022 and continue until 28th February 2023. The expected value of the contract is £60,000, and the procurement method being utilised is a limited competitive quotation, aimed at suppliers below the official threshold. This tender presents a valuable opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in grounds maintenance and horticultural services. Given the expectations of high-quality execution aligned with best practices, businesses equipped with expertise in horticulture, arboriculture, and outdoor maintenance would be well positioned to compete. Furthermore, this initial short contract may lead to future arrangements as the Council is open to discussing extended service opportunities based on the results of this contract. ## Notice Haydon Wick Parish Council in North Swindon wishes to appoint a grounds maintenance contractor to conduct the autumn/winter schedule this year. The required works described in this tender specification are expected to be executed by the Contractor in a manner that enhances the reputation of the Council for the maintenance of its open spaces. In general, what is required is the best horticultural / arboriculture practices to be implemented and the maintenance of rigorous standards of discipline, cleanliness, and tidiness. The quality of finish of the cut is currently of reasonable standard, and the Contractor will be expected to maintain, and where practical over the period of the contract, enhance the standard. The Head of Parks & Open Spaces is currently updating the maps provided with local knowledge and any updated information. If you wish to see these documents please contact POSTManager@haydonwick.gov.uk The deadline for this tender is Friday 5th August 2022. The initial contract period for the Autumn/Winter ITT is October 2022 - February 2023. A key factor when setting this duration is giving consideration to the bird nesting season and not being able to do hedge cutting works in the spring, as per legislation and best practice. The Council intends to conduct an Invitation To Tender (ITT) in 2023 for a three year Hedge, Shrub and Low Lying Trees Maintenance Contract. This initial five month contract will provide benchmark data for both parties to assess the unprecedented changes to a wide range of external factors (for example fuel prices, supply chain delays and staff recruitment/retention). Potential suppliers should not be deterred by this initial short duration because it may be open to discussing future service arrangement, in line with the Council's procurement policy. The Council also recognises there will be a potential for additional ad-hoc works to accompany the contract for example; more extensive tree works and areas outside of the scope of the contract. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4a8c9f61-5124-4842-8ccb-e17d57542943 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Works | | Procurement method | Limited | | Procurement method details | Competitive quotation (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 13 Jul 2022 | | Submission deadline | 5 Aug 2022 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 2 Oct 2022 - 28 Feb 2023 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £60,000 | | 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 | HAYDON WICK PARISH COUNCIL | | Locality | SWINDON | | Post town | Swindon | | Postcode | SN25 1QQ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire | | ITL 3 | TLK71 Swindon | | Local authority | Swindon | | Electoral ward | Haydon Wick | | Westminster constituency | Swindon North | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 77 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services ### Codes - 77312000 - Weed-clearance services - 77313000 - Parks maintenance services - 77314000 - Grounds maintenance services ## Release History - 13 Jul 2022 at 08:32 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4a8c9f61-5124-4842-8ccb-e17d57542943 - 5 Jul 2022 at 14:01 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4a8c9f61-5124-4842-8ccb-e17d57542943 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4a8c9f61-5124-4842-8ccb-e17d57542943 13th July 2022 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/eb71b9db-67cd-46e4-a69c-787088d5ce87 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/f9874a7c-1b1a-4d78-b54a-297bea5cfd30 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/8890a164-faeb-4819-9be3-3c3092424af3 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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