--- title: "Ubico - Weed Control Services" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-6b009e1f-fd39-46b9-b970-463a7c8394d9" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-6b009e1f-fd39-46b9-b970-463a7c8394d9" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-6b009e1f-fd39-46b9-b970-463a7c8394d9.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-6b009e1f-fd39-46b9-b970-463a7c8394d9.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "COTSWOLD DISTRICT COUNCIL" published: "2019-11-22" --- # Ubico - Weed Control Services Buyer: COTSWOLD DISTRICT COUNCIL Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-b5fd17-6b009e1f-fd39-46b9-b970-463a7c8394d9 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-6b009e1f-fd39-46b9-b970-463a7c8394d9) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-6b009e1f-fd39-46b9-b970-463a7c8394d9.json) ## Summary Cotswold District Council is initiating a procurement process for "Ubico - Weed Control Services" within the environmental services category, specifically focused on weed-clearance. This planning stage is set to gather market insights on environmentally friendly alternatives to Glyphosate for weed control, applicable in both urban and rural settings across the South West of England. Notable key dates include an engagement end date of 6th December 2019, during which interested parties can provide feedback and potentially participate in workshops to discuss their solutions. This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses aiming to expand in the environmental services sector, particularly those offering innovative, eco-friendly weed control solutions. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate, as the council seeks diverse options for effective and sustainable weed management strategies in public spaces such as parks, streets, and highways. Companies that can demonstrate successful weed removal techniques and competitive pricing are particularly well-suited to compete in this tender. ## Notice Ubico Ltd is reviewing the use of Glyphosate for the control of weed growth, and is seeking to understand alternative options available in the market which would be more environmentally considerate. The aim is to ensure any future procurement considers the range of options available, the impact of each on the environment, efficiencies and value for money. The treatment options suggested are to be suitable for rural and urban locations, to include parks, streets and busy public areas. The treatments are to be suitable for different surfaces such as; kerb edges, highways, streets and pavements ranging from solid tarmac to paving slabs and similar. The types of weeds requiring treatment are annual weeds and persistent weed growth (mares tail and moss growth) Ubico are keen to learn the following from this market engagement exercise; * What are the options available for weed removal? * What are the environmental implications for each weed control option? * What are the application methods required for each alternative, the time taken to complete and the frequency of application? * Details on the success of the methods when trialled? * Indicative pricing Interested parties are requested to respond to this notice and may be invited to attend workshops for discussions around these requirements. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0d38a398-6ab7-4262-ae00-a1dda780c40c | | Notice type | Market Engagement Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Not specified | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 22 Nov 2019 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 6 Dec 2019 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | 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 | Planning | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | COTSWOLD DISTRICT COUNCIL | | Locality | CIRENCESTER | | Post town | Gloucester | | Postcode | GL7 1PX | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire | | ITL 3 | TLK73 Gloucestershire CC | | Local authority | Cotswold | | Electoral ward | Watermoor | | Westminster constituency | South Cotswolds | | Delivery location | TLK South West (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 77 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services ### Codes - 77312000 - Weed-clearance services ## Release History - 22 Nov 2019 at 14:20 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0d38a398-6ab7-4262-ae00-a1dda780c40c ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0d38a398-6ab7-4262-ae00-a1dda780c40c 22nd November 2019 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/5db93c66-dbb9-4b13-8ab1-ed2b3d3f8b69 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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