--- title: "TC029 Hire of Grass Cutting Machinery" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-2087520f-6ab0-4af7-8cf9-1e71b7aaa274" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-2087520f-6ab0-4af7-8cf9-1e71b7aaa274" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-2087520f-6ab0-4af7-8cf9-1e71b7aaa274.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-2087520f-6ab0-4af7-8cf9-1e71b7aaa274.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "MANCHESTER CITY COUNCIL" published: "2020-09-14" --- # TC029 Hire of Grass Cutting Machinery Buyer: MANCHESTER CITY COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-2087520f-6ab0-4af7-8cf9-1e71b7aaa274 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-2087520f-6ab0-4af7-8cf9-1e71b7aaa274) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-2087520f-6ab0-4af7-8cf9-1e71b7aaa274.json) ## Summary The Manchester City Council is seeking tenders for the hiring of grass cutting machinery under the title "TC029 Hire of Grass Cutting Machinery." This procurement falls under the goods category, specifically involving mowers, and is located in the North West region of the United Kingdom. The tender is currently in the active stage, with submissions due by 11am on 12 October 2020. The contract period is projected to start on 2 December 2020 and will run for three years, with an option to extend for an additional two years. The total value of this procurement is estimated at £1,000,000, and it follows an open procurement method. This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in the supply of mowing equipment and related services, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary/community sector enterprises (VCSEs). Companies that can contribute to the economic and social regeneration of the community are well-suited to compete, as the council emphasises social and environmental considerations in its selection process. Engaging in this contract could enhance visibility and foster relationships within the local government sector, paving the way for further business development and growth. ## Notice Hire of Grass Cutting Machinery Additional information: The Council is using the e-business portal known as the Chest. Applicants will need to register their details at the following link www.the-chest.org.uk . Once registered, applicants will be emailed a log-in and password which will allow them to gain access to the documentation relating to this opportunity. Applicants will need to electronically submit their completed tender documents, including online questionnaire, via the on-line portal by 11am on Monday 12 October 2020 as referred to in IV.2.2. Any clarification queries must also be submitted via the Chest website by the date referred to in the tender documentation. The framework will be for 3 years, expected to commence 23 November 2020 with an option to extend for up to 2 years. The successful supplier will be required to actively participate in the economic and social regeneration of the locality of, and surroundings of, the place of delivery of the contract. Therefore, selection and award criteria, specification requirements and contract performance conditions may relate in particular to social and environmental considerations as relevant to the subject matter of this project. The Council reserves the right not to award the framework, as a result of this Contract Notice. The Council shall not be liable for any costs or expenses incurred by any organisation in responding to this notice or in tendering for the proposed framework. All submissions must be in English, with any clarifications or discussions conducted in English. Tenders and supporting documents must be priced in pounds sterling and all payments under the proposed contract will be made in pounds sterling. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c3fa7022-9bd6-4533-8214-958f9dd09505 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 14 Sep 2020 | | Submission deadline | 14 Oct 2020 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 2 Dec 2020 - 1 Dec 2024 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £1,000,000 | | 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 | MANCHESTER CITY COUNCIL | | Locality | MANCHESTER | | Post town | Manchester | | Postcode | M60 2LA | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester | | ITL 3 | TLD33 Manchester | | Local authority | Manchester | | Electoral ward | Piccadilly | | Westminster constituency | Manchester Central | | Delivery location | TLD North West (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 16 - Agricultural machinery ### Codes - 16310000 - Mowers ## Release History - 14 Sep 2020 at 10:33 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c3fa7022-9bd6-4533-8214-958f9dd09505 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c3fa7022-9bd6-4533-8214-958f9dd09505 14th September 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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