--- title: "MBC Gardening Contract for Temporary Accommodation and MPH communal spaces" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-9af29901-4e6f-498f-b096-983f5b9e3725" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-9af29901-4e6f-498f-b096-983f5b9e3725" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-9af29901-4e6f-498f-b096-983f5b9e3725.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-9af29901-4e6f-498f-b096-983f5b9e3725.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "MAIDSTONE BOROUGH COUNCIL" published: "2024-12-17" --- # MBC Gardening Contract for Temporary Accommodation and MPH communal spaces Buyer: MAIDSTONE BOROUGH COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-9af29901-4e6f-498f-b096-983f5b9e3725 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-9af29901-4e6f-498f-b096-983f5b9e3725) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-9af29901-4e6f-498f-b096-983f5b9e3725.json) ## Summary Maidstone Borough Council (MBC) has issued a tender for a gardening contract covering its temporary accommodation properties and the communal spaces of Maidstone Property Holdings Properties (MPH). The contract includes various horticultural services ranging from basic weeding to full-scale landscaping. Key dates include the tender release on 17th December 2024, the expression of interest deadline at 12:00pm on 17th January 2025, and the deadline for submission of completed tenders at 12:00pm on 24th January 2025. The evaluation period is scheduled between 27th January and 7th February 2025, with the appointment of the contractor expected during the week commencing 10th February 2025. The contract will commence on 1st March 2025 and run until 28th February 2027. This open procedure is targeted at providing horticultural services within England, under the industry classification code 77300000. This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs). Businesses with expertise in horticultural services, landscaping, and property maintenance are well-suited to compete for this contract. Engaging in this procurement process can enhance business portfolios, provide steady contractual work over a two-year period, and establish a relationship with a public sector authority. Interested parties should register and express their interest via the Kent Business Portal to access and respond to the tender documents. ## Notice Maidstone Borough Council (MBC) is looking to procure a gardening contract for both its temporary accommodation properties and the communal spaces for Maidstone Property Holdings Properties (MPH). The gardens in temporary accommodation units are a mix of private residential and communal spaces with service requirements ranging from basic patio weeding to full-scale landscaping. These properties could have tenants in situ, and access may be required through the property if there is no rear access available. The Maidstone Property Holdings areas are largely communal spaces with the need for basic maintenance. Key Dates & Timeline for Procurement Tender release: 17th December 2024 Expression of Interest Deadline: 12:00pm 17th January 2025 Deadline for submission of completed tenders: 12:00pm 24th January 2025 Evaluation: w/c 27th January - 7th February 2025 Appointment of contractor: w/c 10th February 2025 Contract Start Date: 1st March 2025 Tenderers interested in this tender must register and express their interest through the Kent Business Portal (registration is free). Once you have registered and expressed your interest, you will be able to view and respond to the documents. www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/06750b41-f8ba-4f2c-a57b-58e09d1c678e | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | 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 | 17 Dec 2024 | | Submission deadline | 24 Jan 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 1 Mar 2025 - 28 Feb 2027 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £700,000 | | 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 | MAIDSTONE BOROUGH COUNCIL | | Locality | MAIDSTONE | | Post town | Rochester | | Postcode | ME15 6JQ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLJ4 Kent | | ITL 3 | TLJ45 Mid Kent | | Local authority | Maidstone | | Electoral ward | High Street | | Westminster constituency | Maidstone and Malling | | Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 77 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services ### Codes - 77300000 - Horticultural services ## Release History - 17 Dec 2024 at 10:08 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/06750b41-f8ba-4f2c-a57b-58e09d1c678e ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/06750b41-f8ba-4f2c-a57b-58e09d1c678e 17th December 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=785a9770-5ebc-ef11-8133-005056b64545 Advert ## Notice URLs - http://www.maidstone.gov.uk/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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