--- title: "Grounds and Gardens Maintenance Services" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-73b863dd-adca-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-73b863dd-adca-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-73b863dd-adca-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-73b863dd-adca-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF CHESTER" published: "2017-03-31" --- # Grounds and Gardens Maintenance Services Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF CHESTER Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-b5fd17-73b863dd-adca-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-73b863dd-adca-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-73b863dd-adca-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b.json) ## Summary The University of Chester is currently awarding a contract for Grounds and Gardens Maintenance Services, with the procurement process having reached the award stage. This contract caters to various University sites in the North West of England and is divided into three separate lots: Thornton Science Park, Queen's Park Campus, and Kingsway Buildings, Blacon Sports Pitch. The contract is initially set for three years, starting from 3rd April 2017, with a possible one-year extension based on performance. The project is valued at approximately £270,000 over the initial term, with tenders due by 12 noon on 16th January 2017. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in grounds maintenance and landscaping services. Companies of various scales, particularly SMEs, are encouraged to participate, as they may bid for one or multiple lots based on their capabilities. The estimated contract value indicates a stable revenue stream, making this a lucrative opportunity for providers keen on expanding their portfolio in public sector contracts, particularly within the educational sector. ## Notice University of Chester is seeking to appoint one or more Contractor(s) to provide grounds and gardens maintenance services for various University sites. This opportunity is split into 3 lots reflecting the different requirements or locations of the sites, as detailed within the procurement documents:- Lot 1 - Thornton Science Park Lot 2 - Queen's Park Campus Lot 3 - Kingsway Buildings, Blacon Sports Pitch, Glenesk Field The contract is initially for a period of 3 years, with the option to extend for up to one period of 12 months subject to satisfactory performance. University of Chester may appoint one or more contractors to service one or more lots, whilst reserving the right not to award for any of the lots. Tenderers may tender for just one lot, a number of lots or all lots. Additional Information: 1: Envisaged minimum number of candidates is 5 across total 3 lots. 2: CPV codes reflect requirements across total 3 lots. 3: Project value estimated at GBP90,000.00 per annum, across total 3 lots; GBP270,000 for initial 3 year term, excluding potential extension options. No guarantee can therefore be given regarding the volume of business placed with any appointed contractor/s. This opportunity has also been submitted for publication in the Official Journal of the European Union. Dates and values provided are estimated and are therefore subject to change, (excluding any potential extension options). The minimum value given is approximated should only one of the three potential lots be awarded for a term of 3 years. For further information and to download the tender documents, all applicants must register on the "In-Tend" e-tendering portal: http://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofchester. Stage 1 - prequalification documents must be completed and returned, via In-Tend, by 12 noon, Monday 16th January 2017. Additional information: Please note that where you may have previously registered with In-Tend, it will be necessary for you to ensure that your registration does include being registered to see opportunities for University of Chester. Registration to this site is free for suppliers. There is also Help/Guidance on how to use the supplier site on the 'Help' section of the site: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofchester/aspx/HelpOverview ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6d64bac4-3070-47b4-97c6-23be929d5c37 | | Notice type | Award Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Selective | | Procurement method details | Restricted procedure | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Large | | All stages | Planning, Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 31 Mar 2017 | | Submission deadline | 16 Jan 2017 | | Future notice date | 15 Dec 2016 | | Award date | 17 Mar 2017 | | Contract period | 2 Apr 2017 - 2 Apr 2020 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £270,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | £174,000 | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Active | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF CHESTER | | Locality | CHESTER | | Post town | Chester | | Postcode | CH1 4BJ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLD6 Cheshire | | ITL 3 | TLD63 Cheshire West and Chester | | Local authority | Cheshire West and Chester | | Electoral ward | Chester City & the Garden Quarter | | Westminster constituency | Chester North and Neston | | Delivery location | TLD North West (England) | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 2 | | Supplier names | COUNTRYWIDE GROUNDS MAINTENANCE; HULTONS LANDSCAPES | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 45 - Construction work - 77 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services ### Codes - 45112720 - Landscaping work for sports grounds and recreational areas - 45236119 - Repair work on sports fields - 77314000 - Grounds maintenance services - 77320000 - Sports fields maintenance services ## Release History - 31 Mar 2017 at 10:33 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6d64bac4-3070-47b4-97c6-23be929d5c37 - 21 Dec 2016 at 16:14 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2f934fcb-465f-45f2-95f2-6adffcfc5c3e - 19 Dec 2016 at 13:03 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2f934fcb-465f-45f2-95f2-6adffcfc5c3e - 18 Nov 2016 at 20:15 - Planning - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b03a761b-b75c-4183-a526-0f42e2264999 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6d64bac4-3070-47b4-97c6-23be929d5c37 31st March 2017 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2f934fcb-465f-45f2-95f2-6adffcfc5c3e 21st December 2016 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b03a761b-b75c-4183-a526-0f42e2264999 14th November 2016 - Future opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - http://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofchester In-tend Link ## Notice URLs - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofchester/aspx/HelpOverview ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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