--- title: "Stump Grinding Works for Worcester City Council" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-9b6b40d2-631b-46cc-bbf0-34ed5507463b" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-9b6b40d2-631b-46cc-bbf0-34ed5507463b" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-9b6b40d2-631b-46cc-bbf0-34ed5507463b.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-9b6b40d2-631b-46cc-bbf0-34ed5507463b.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "Worcester City Council" published: "2019-10-24" --- # Stump Grinding Works for Worcester City Council Buyer: Worcester City Council Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-9b6b40d2-631b-46cc-bbf0-34ed5507463b [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-9b6b40d2-631b-46cc-bbf0-34ed5507463b) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-9b6b40d2-631b-46cc-bbf0-34ed5507463b.json) ## Summary Worcester City Council is undertaking a tender process for "Stump Grinding Works," focusing on the provision of stump grinding services within the West Midlands region of the United Kingdom. The procurement is currently in the active tender stage, with submissions due by 18th November 2019. The associated contract is expected to commence on 25th November 2019 and run until 24th November 2022. This tender falls under the category of agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural, and apicultural services, indicating it is aimed at contractors capable of delivering a wide range of stump and tree management services. This opportunity is well-suited for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that specialise in forestry or landscaping services, particularly those with the ability to work in varied environments, including private gardens and challenging terrains. Successful candidates will need to demonstrate expertise in health and safety, chainsaw qualifications, and the capability to transport necessary equipment independently. By engaging with this contract, businesses can enhance their market presence in public works and potentially establish long-term relationships with local authorities. ## Notice Worcester City Council is inviting Quotes from Potential Contractors for the provision of stump grinding services. The Appointed Contractor will: i. provide a diverse and resilient service to a varied array of environments ii. work in privately owned gardens with narrow access iii. work in hard to access wood lands with potentially rough terrain iv. work in public open spaces v. undertake works on the public highways vi. be chainsaw qualified in order to reduce stumps left at height vii. demonstrate a contemporary knowledge of health and safety viii. have the means to independently transport all required machinery ix. have the correct training and awareness for the role x. provide all necessary equipment needed to provide the service to a high standard Additional information: The Council are using the e-procurement portal known as the Due North Pro-Contract portal https://procontract.due-north.com to conduct this procurement exercise. To gain access to the procurement documents, contractors will need to register their company details at the above website. Once registered, contractors will be emailed a log-in and password which will allow them to gain access to the procurement documents. Contractors will need to search for the invitation under Worcester City Council and then electronically submit an expression of interest and follow the online instructions to view the procurement documents. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/70000716-9c8d-4781-80b2-6b771131426f | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Works | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not applicable | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 24 Oct 2019 | | Submission deadline | 18 Nov 2019 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 25 Nov 2019 - 24 Nov 2022 | | 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 | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | Worcester City Council | | Locality | WORCESTER | | Postcode area | Worcester | | Postcode | WR1 2EY | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLG1 Herefordshire, Worcestershire and Warwickshire | | ITL 3 | TLG12 Worcestershire CC | | Local authority | Worcester | | Electoral ward | Cathedral | | Westminster constituency | Worcester | | Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 77 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services ### Codes - 77000000 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services ## Release History - 24 Oct 2019 at 12:39 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/70000716-9c8d-4781-80b2-6b771131426f ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/70000716-9c8d-4781-80b2-6b771131426f 24th October 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - https://procontract.due-north.com ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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