--- title: "CBC-1732-T-TS Rural and Urban Grounds Maintenance Services" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-57987d4b-f44a-4914-a5b0-a7ee07f8e4b5" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-57987d4b-f44a-4914-a5b0-a7ee07f8e4b5" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-57987d4b-f44a-4914-a5b0-a7ee07f8e4b5.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-57987d4b-f44a-4914-a5b0-a7ee07f8e4b5.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE COUNCIL" published: "2024-11-12" --- # CBC-1732-T-TS Rural and Urban Grounds Maintenance Services Buyer: CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-57987d4b-f44a-4914-a5b0-a7ee07f8e4b5 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-57987d4b-f44a-4914-a5b0-a7ee07f8e4b5) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-57987d4b-f44a-4914-a5b0-a7ee07f8e4b5.json) ## Summary Central Bedfordshire Council is seeking bids for the "CBC-1732-T-TS Rural and Urban Grounds Maintenance Services" contract, classified under grounds maintenance services (CPV 77314000). This procurement process is in the tender stage using an open procedure, with the tender period ending on 11th December 2024. The contract is set to commence on 1st April 2025 and will run for five years, with a potential extension of up to six additional years. The services will be delivered in Bedfordshire, specifically within the East of England region (postal code SG17 5TQ). Key stakeholders can interact via the In-tend electronic tendering system for any queries or clarifications. This tender offers significant business growth opportunities, especially for firms experienced in grounds maintenance. Companies specialising in both rural and urban environments will find this contract beneficial due to its extensive duration and potential for extension. The open procurement method allows for broad participation, ensuring fair competition. Businesses must adhere to specified guidelines and submission requirements to compete effectively. The contract’s scale and public nature make it an attractive proposition for larger entities looking to expand their portfolio within the public sector services domain. ## Notice Rural and Urban Grounds Maintenance Services Please READ/follow the information and guidance supplied below and within the Tender documents, this will help with your tender submission. Word count limits apply, any information going over will not be considered. Respond to ALL questions. Additional documents or information not required will be disregarded. Please note timeline with regards to questions and submission dates. All communication/correspondence and clarifications must be sent via the In-tend portal. Do not contact the Service area for information, please use the correspondence facility Regularly view the 'Clarification' tab for updates or responses to questions received by bidders. Questions asked together with the response, will be made available to all bidders (if not P&C), this to ensure a fair and consistent approach to all. Avoid uploading your return just prior to closing deadline as you may incur IT issues and we will not accept Tender Returns via e-mail. The Council will provide as much support and information as it can to help guide you through the Tender process. If there is anything you are not sure of or need clarification on, please contact the Procurement lead using the correspondence facility within the In-tend electronic tendering system. Opting In To inform us of your decision to participate and to be able to submit a tender you will be required to Opt In. Opting In will confirm to us of your involvement and your intention to submit a tender return. Opting Out Will confirm that you are no longer interested in submitting a tender return. You will be able to provide a reason as to your decision if you wish. 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Target contract commencement date: 1st April 2025 Contract term: 5 years (+1+1 +1+1+1 optional) Additional information: Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d41a5fd0-eb5a-40af-9268-e06af9cea768 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 12 Nov 2024 | | Submission deadline | 11 Dec 2024 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 1 Apr 2025 - 31 Mar 2030 | | 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 | CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE COUNCIL | | Locality | BEDFORDSHIRE | | Post town | Stevenage | | Postcode | SG17 5TQ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLH East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire | | ITL 3 | TLH25 Central Bedfordshire | | Local authority | Central Bedfordshire | | Electoral ward | Shefford | | Westminster constituency | Hitchin | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 77 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services ### Codes - 77314000 - Grounds maintenance services ## Release History - 12 Nov 2024 at 13:33 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d41a5fd0-eb5a-40af-9268-e06af9cea768 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d41a5fd0-eb5a-40af-9268-e06af9cea768 12th November 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/centralbedfordshire/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Notice URLs - http://centralbedfordshire.gov.uk ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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