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title: "HORTICULTURAL CONTRACT"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "HENLEY TOWN COUNCIL"
published: "2019-08-20"
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# HORTICULTURAL CONTRACT

Buyer: HENLEY TOWN COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-566018ce-81dc-4c05-b970-5d8ca5c2b055

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## Summary

Henley Town Council is initiating a tender process for a Horticultural Contract aimed at enhancing the floral displays in Henley-on-Thames, a picturesque market town in Oxfordshire. The procurement process is currently in the planning stage, with submission of tenders due by 6 September 2019 for a contract commencing on 1 November 2019 and lasting for five years. The procurement method is classified as an open procedure above threshold, with an annual budget of £40,000. The responsible contact for queries is Becky Walker, who can be reached via email at b.walker@henleytowncouncil.gov.uk.

This tender offers significant opportunities for horticultural services and landscape management businesses looking to expand their reach in the public sector. Companies that specialise in creating dynamic floral displays and those with a strong commitment to environmental practices are particularly well-suited to compete. The unique aspect of Henley-on-Thames’ approach, involving community sponsorship for hanging baskets, invites collaborative local businesses to engage, potentially enhancing their visibility and client base through participation in this community-focused initiative.

## Notice

Henley-on-Thames in Oxfordshire is an historic riverside market town on one of the most beautiful stretches of the River Thames, for which tourism plays an important role. The way that Henley-on-Thames is presented is of key importance and for many years the town has been renowned for its impressive floral displays, being a regular winner of RHS Regional In Bloom medals. Henley-on-Thames Town Council is now seeking to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced contractor to undertake horticultural services as listed in the attached specification. The contractor would also be required to provide hanging baskets (sponsored) for Henley-on-Thames Town Council's hanging basket scheme, where summer and winter hanging baskets are sponsored by residents and businesses, meaning the whole town is involved in making the town a beautiful place to visit. Henley-on-Thames enters the RHS In Bloom competition each year and closely follows their aims with regard to environmental policy and resource management. Preference will be given to applicants that can demonstrate they reflect these aims in their organisation. Henley-on-Thames also likes to be unique and it is therefore important that some flexibility is retained in the design of its floral displays and hanging baskets according to the annual themes of the Henley in Bloom/Civic Pride Sub-Committee. The contract will commence on 1 November 2019 for a period of five years with annual price increases in accordance with the CPI and will include a review after one year and a two year break clause. The figures provided in section 2 - Value Information are per annum. Your submission should include: - An overview of your organisation - The completed Horticultural Amenities Contract Specification showing your weekly costs - The completed Questionnaire Below is a timetable giving the Tender process key dates: 6 September 2019 - Contractor to submit final Tender 10 September 2019 - Quotes submitted to Recreation & Amenities Committee w/c 16 or 23 September 2019 - Presentation of Tender Submissions 8 October 2019 - Ratification at Full Council 9 October 2019 - Contractor Appointed 1 November 2019 - Commencement of Contract Tender submissions should be clearly labelled "2019 Horticultural Contract Tender", marked for the attention of Becky Walker, Estates Manager (email b.walker@henleytowncouncil.gov.uk) and received no later than noon on Friday 6 September 2019. All received submissions will be acknowledged by email. Please call 01491 630076 if you have not received an acknowledgement.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/71071135-5033-4e55-918a-e2f18129fb31 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Not specified |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Aug 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 6 Sep 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Nov 2019 - 31 Oct 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £40,000 |
| 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 | HENLEY TOWN COUNCIL |
| Locality | HENLEY-ON-THAMES |
| Post town | Reading |
| Postcode | RG9 2AQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC |
| Local authority | South Oxfordshire |
| Electoral ward | Henley-on-Thames |
| Westminster constituency | Henley and Thame |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 77000000 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services

## Release History

- 20 Aug 2019 at 12:22 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/71071135-5033-4e55-918a-e2f18129fb31

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/71071135-5033-4e55-918a-e2f18129fb31
  20th August 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/139808d5-82b3-488c-83b9-e20a8754aca4
  Horticultural Contract Specification - 1.11.19 - 31.10.2024
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/200ba2ea-64bb-489f-9c2e-c61ce4be0968
  Horticultural Contract Map 1
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/80fdd84d-e09c-4c52-836d-2d8b37010736
  Horticultural Contract Map 2
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/6970647f-5010-470f-92d1-17dc8229c68d
  Horticultural Contract Images
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/9206cc67-4643-427e-9fc3-0642abbb81e6
  Horticultural Contract Questionnaire

## Notice URLs

- http://www.henleytowncouncil.gov.uk

## Provenance

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