--- title: "Verges Grass Cutting" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-57bb4cff-cbc8-4d70-aaba-ccca37b26bbe" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-57bb4cff-cbc8-4d70-aaba-ccca37b26bbe" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-57bb4cff-cbc8-4d70-aaba-ccca37b26bbe.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-57bb4cff-cbc8-4d70-aaba-ccca37b26bbe.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "DIDCOT TOWN COUNCIL" published: "2019-01-03" --- # Verges Grass Cutting Buyer: DIDCOT TOWN COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-57bb4cff-cbc8-4d70-aaba-ccca37b26bbe [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-57bb4cff-cbc8-4d70-aaba-ccca37b26bbe) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-57bb4cff-cbc8-4d70-aaba-ccca37b26bbe.json) ## Summary The Didcot Town Council is currently seeking a contractor for the "Verges Grass Cutting" project, which falls under the grounds maintenance services industry category. The tender process is at the planning stage, with a submission deadline set for 4th February 2019. The contract will commence on 1st April 2019 and will span a period of three years, concluding on 31st March 2023. Interested parties should note that the contract's total value is estimated at £100,000, and bidders must ensure their machinery and operatives meet all safety and training requirements as stipulated by the council. This tender presents a valuable opportunity for both small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary community sector enterprises (VCSEs) that specialise in grounds maintenance and landscaping services. Successful bidders will be expected to demonstrate their ability to effectively manage and execute monthly grass cutting operations while adhering to the safety protocols and specifications outlined in the tender. Businesses with experience in local government contracts or a strong understanding of public service requirements will find this project particularly well-suited for their capabilities. ## Notice The total grass area currently covered by this contract is 129,362 square metres, this quantity could vary over the duration of the contract due to development in various parts of the town. It is proposed that the grass will be cut monthly between April and October with a further cut the following March making 8 cuts in total. The grass is to be cut using suitable machinery with grass cuttings being left on the sward. Litter picking is to take place before grass cutting and all obstacles are to be cut around using strimmers. All grass cuttings must be cleared from pavement and road areas after cutting. Grass shall be cut to a height of not more than 40mm without scalping. Some verges have spring bulbs planted in them these bulb areas will not be cut until at least 6weeks after flowering has finished. Maps showing all verges are available to view at Didcot Town Council offices, Britwell Road, Didcot, OX11 7HN. All machinery used on the contract must be in good working order with all safety guards in place. Operatives must be trained in the use of the equipment and be supplied with all the necessary PPE. The contractor must supply copies of public liability and employer insurance cover. Minimum public liability cover is PS10 million. The contractor will be liable for any damage caused to vehicles and property during the grass cutting operation. Contract price to be returned to DTC Offices, Britwell Road, Didcot, Oxon, OX11 7HN by noon on Monday 4th February 2019. The contract award will be decided at the councils Environment Committee on Monday 11th February 2019. The contract will start on Monday 1st April 2019. The previous contractor will have completed a cut in March 2019. Invoices will be paid monthly in arrears after a cut has taken place and has been inspected by the councils Outdoor Services Manager. The contractor will be given 5 days to rectify any defaults identified. The contractor will supply a breakdown of resources required to undertake the contract in full. This will include manpower, vehicles, machinery and the local office or depot from which the contract will operate. The contractor will supply a copy of their Health& Safety policy, and a risk assessment and method statement for the works to be carried out. The contractor needs to be aware that on Fridays both waste & recycling bins are collected throughout Didcot and this may cause delays in grass cutting on these days. Any queries on the tender details contact Tony Rudge, Outdoor Services Manager at Didcot Town Council on 01235 812637 or email trudge@didcot.gov.uk ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dbdfe522-3d17-44c4-9104-7c16ba0cf7b5 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Direct | | Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 3 Jan 2019 | | Submission deadline | 4 Feb 2019 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 31 Mar 2019 - 31 Mar 2023 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £100,000 | | 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 | DIDCOT TOWN COUNCIL | | Locality | DIDCOT | | Post town | Oxford | | Postcode | OX11 7HN | | 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 | Didcot West | | Westminster constituency | Didcot and Wantage | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 77 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services ### Codes - 77314000 - Grounds maintenance services ## Release History - 3 Jan 2019 at 09:09 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dbdfe522-3d17-44c4-9104-7c16ba0cf7b5 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dbdfe522-3d17-44c4-9104-7c16ba0cf7b5 3rd January 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/1e34ce37-4797-423f-973e-d2fc71c72734 Tender Notice ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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