--- title: "Wildflower Areas" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-8138a1cf-8408-4a22-a157-0e58858f7e47" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-8138a1cf-8408-4a22-a157-0e58858f7e47" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-8138a1cf-8408-4a22-a157-0e58858f7e47.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-8138a1cf-8408-4a22-a157-0e58858f7e47.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY COUNCIL" published: "2019-09-12" --- # Wildflower Areas Buyer: NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-8138a1cf-8408-4a22-a157-0e58858f7e47 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-8138a1cf-8408-4a22-a157-0e58858f7e47) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-8138a1cf-8408-4a22-a157-0e58858f7e47.json) ## Summary The Prudhoe Town Council is inviting tenders for the project titled "Wildflower Areas", focusing on landscaping work aimed at creating and maintaining two new wildflower areas in Prudhoe, Northumberland. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage, with submissions due by Friday, 1st November 2019. The contract has a duration of three years, starting from April 2020 until March 2023, with a total budget of £2,000 allocated for this initiative. This open procedure tender is an exciting opportunity for businesses in the landscaping and horticultural sectors, particularly those with experience in ecological planting and maintenance. This tender presents significant growth opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary or community sector enterprises (VCSEs) specialising in landscaping and environment-focused projects. Companies that can demonstrate expertise in establishing native wildflower displays, managing outdoor green spaces, and complying with local council regulations will be particularly well-suited to compete. Successful tenderers will not only gain valuable contracts but also contribute to enhancing the local biodiversity and aesthetic of Prudhoe's urban environment. ## Notice Prudhoe Town Council is inviting tenders to create and maintain two new wildflower areas, a first for the town and something we may extend into other areas if successful and well received. The Council is looking for someone with experience in this area and a proven track record. The contract is for a three-year period from April 2020 to March 2023. SPECIFICATION The spaces that we hope to establish an area of wildflowers (1-metre in depth, running the length of the border) are located in the following areas: Schedule 21 - In the open grassed area that borders woodland and the west-bound carriageway of the B6395, opposite The Falcon, immediately after the bus shelter at Cottier Grange and up to Priestclose Cottages entrance. This area has a grass-cutting contract (20x in growing season) but we would like to create an area of wildflowers in front of the woodland area as a backdrop to the area that is cut grass. Schedule 22 - At the Western Gateway into the Town, leaving the A695 (travelling east) onto the B6395, alongside a stone-built viewing seat, we would like to create an area of wildflowers adjacent to the fence line as a backdrop to the area that is cut grass (20x in growing season). The following is required under the contract: * To identify the most likely to succeed; perennial or annual wildflower displays. * To identify the most appropriate wildflower seeds for the chosen areas (of UK origin). * To carry out all necessary preparation of the area. * To carry out all necessary sowing and mowing until established. * Once established, to manage the area of wild flowers as necessary to ensure it thrives. * To advise the council of any damage and subsequent cost of repair where damage has occurred. * To provide all labour, tools and equipment to maintain the areas. * To liaise with Prudhoe Town Council to ensure a high standard of service is maintained. All work will be carried out within the town of Prudhoe (NE42). All contractors are required to carry out an accompanied visit to all areas prior to submitting their tender. You are requested to submit your tender on Tender Document 2 as required, additional information may be presented if felt necessary. The successful company will be required to enter into a contract with Prudhoe Town Council and this will require the production of all relevant certification including a Risk Assessment of the work to be carried out and copies of Public and Employee Liability Insurance. You may wish to submit these documents with your tender. PROCUREMENT TIMESCALES Tenders must be received by Friday 1st November 2019 at 12 noon. Full details will be reviewed by a small group of Councillors in advance of the meeting of the Planning, Contract and Works Committee, being held on 13th November 2019. A decision will be made at this meeting and all parties will be contacted by Friday 15th November with the outcome of the procurement process. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/29fdce41-a3ae-42ac-9b00-a96a7c858fc2 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Works | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 12 Sep 2019 | | Submission deadline | 1 Nov 2019 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 31 Mar 2020 - 31 Mar 2023 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £2,000 | | 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 | NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY COUNCIL | | Locality | PRUDHOE | | Post town | Newcastle upon Tyne | | Postcode | NE42 5AA | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear | | ITL 3 | TLC42 Northumberland | | Local authority | Northumberland | | Electoral ward | Prudhoe South | | Westminster constituency | Hexham | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 45 - Construction work - 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services - 77 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services ### Codes - 45112710 - Landscaping work for green areas - 45112712 - Landscaping work for gardens - 45112730 - Landscaping work for roads and motorways - 71421000 - Landscape gardening services - 77310000 - Planting and maintenance services of green areas ## Release History - 12 Sep 2019 at 15:07 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/29fdce41-a3ae-42ac-9b00-a96a7c858fc2 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/29fdce41-a3ae-42ac-9b00-a96a7c858fc2 12th September 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/c2a10413-2865-49cb-be3a-cfe795294c3e Contract Obligations - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/0381762b-2474-46f1-83b2-aced97d3be1c 2020-23 WF Opportunity Advert - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/6693e890-83b4-432e-8269-4aa0a0519962 2020-23 WF Invitation to Tender - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/fca699cb-b8cc-41e6-9faf-bd23abe1609d 2020-23 WF Tender Template (PDF) - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/18ad3775-3bb6-4148-ba36-d9dbb0d28c9c 2020-23 WF Tender Template (Word) - https://www.prudhoetowncouncil.gov.uk/administration/procurement/ Procurement Page ## Notice URLs - http://www.prudhoetowncouncil.gov.uk ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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