--- title: "Grounds Maintenance" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-47e4c55b-62d2-4641-86e0-ccb619494526" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-47e4c55b-62d2-4641-86e0-ccb619494526" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-47e4c55b-62d2-4641-86e0-ccb619494526.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-47e4c55b-62d2-4641-86e0-ccb619494526.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "GREAT YARMOUTH BOROUGH COUNCIL" published: "2018-03-13" --- # Grounds Maintenance Buyer: GREAT YARMOUTH BOROUGH COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-47e4c55b-62d2-4641-86e0-ccb619494526 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-47e4c55b-62d2-4641-86e0-ccb619494526) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-47e4c55b-62d2-4641-86e0-ccb619494526.json) ## Summary The Great Yarmouth Borough Council is currently conducting a tender for a small-scale grounds maintenance service in the town centre. This procurement aims to engage a supplier who can deliver innovative solutions to enhance the visual appeal of ornamental flower beds and planters, particularly given the town's status as a prime seaside destination. The tender was published on 20 February 2018 and is open until 28 March 2018, with interviews for shortlisted candidates scheduled for 4 April 2018. The successful contractor will begin work on 16 April 2018, with the contract running until 31 March 2021. The procurement process falls under the "tender" initiation type and is classified under the CPV code for grounds maintenance services, specifically for locations in the East of England. This opportunity is particularly well-suited for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) that can offer creative and innovative approaches to grounds maintenance. Companies specialising in landscaping, horticulture, or environmental services are encouraged to apply, especially those with experience in enhancing public spaces to attract tourists and create memorable visuals for residents and visitors alike. Engaging in this contract could significantly contribute to business growth by expanding market reach within local government contracts while fostering community-focused initiatives. ## Notice Great Yarmouth Borough Council has a fantastic opportunity for a supplier of a small-scale grounds maintenance function. The council is particularly keen to encourage a social enterprise model for the service. It is seeking innovation in the approach to its ornamental flower beds and planters in key locations within Great Yarmouth town centre. This is an area where our previous approach has been limited and we are keen to explore alternative solutions. We're looking for a supplier to design and deliver the grounds maintenance service for key locations in Great Yarmouth town centre. As a prime seaside destination we attract thousands of tourists every year and we're looking to make a strong visual impact and bring the 'wow' factor back to the town centre and key seaside promenade areas. We're keen to listen to innovative and creative ideas on how we can do something that has a real impact for visitors and residents alike. Interviews for shortlisted organisations will take place on Wednesday 4 April 2018. This procurement is being undertaken on the Council's ProContract portal please follow the link to express your interest, answer the questions and submit your response. https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=42b5582c-5916-e811-80ea-005056b64545 ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9e18db5d-110f-4581-85bf-c92c0cdd25d0 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Not specified | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not applicable | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 13 Mar 2018 | | Submission deadline | 28 Mar 2018 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 15 Apr 2018 - 31 Mar 2021 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | 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 | GREAT YARMOUTH BOROUGH COUNCIL | | Locality | GREAT YARMOUTH | | Post town | Norwich | | Postcode | NR30 2QF | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLH East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLH5 Norfolk | | ITL 3 | TLH51 Norwich and East Norfolk | | Local authority | Great Yarmouth | | Electoral ward | Nelson | | Westminster constituency | Great Yarmouth | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 77 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services ### Codes - 77314000 - Grounds maintenance services ## Release History - 13 Mar 2018 at 17:08 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9e18db5d-110f-4581-85bf-c92c0cdd25d0 - 20 Feb 2018 at 16:25 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9e18db5d-110f-4581-85bf-c92c0cdd25d0 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9e18db5d-110f-4581-85bf-c92c0cdd25d0 13th March 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - http://www.great-yarmouth.gov.uk/ - https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=42b5582c-5916-e811-80ea-005056b64545 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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