--- title: "Landscaped Gateways & Roundabouts" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-ac7880df-9ee4-4d23-93c3-22914e209a23" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-ac7880df-9ee4-4d23-93c3-22914e209a23" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-ac7880df-9ee4-4d23-93c3-22914e209a23.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-ac7880df-9ee4-4d23-93c3-22914e209a23.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY COUNCIL" published: "2019-09-12" --- # Landscaped Gateways & Roundabouts Buyer: NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ac7880df-9ee4-4d23-93c3-22914e209a23 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-ac7880df-9ee4-4d23-93c3-22914e209a23) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-ac7880df-9ee4-4d23-93c3-22914e209a23.json) ## Summary Prudhoe Town Council is soliciting tenders for a contract titled "Landscaped Gateways & Roundabouts," which entails the maintenance of landscaped areas for a three-year period from April 2020 to March 2023. This procurement, classified under landscaping works, targets locations within Prudhoe, Northumberland (NE42). The tender processes follow an open procurement method, with submissions due by 12 noon on Friday, 1st November 2019. Decisions on tenders will be announced by 15th November 2019 after review by a planning committee. This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in landscaping, garden maintenance, and similar services, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary community sector enterprises (VCSEs). Interested firms should possess expertise in high-quality maintenance services, including weed control and landscape management, and should be equipped to provide necessary documentation, such as risk assessments and insurance certificates. Engaging in this contract could enhance a business's portfolio and establish a long-term partnership with Prudhoe Town Council. ## Notice Prudhoe Town Council is inviting tenders for the maintenance of the Town's landscaped gateways and roundabouts for the three-year period from 2020 - 2023. The specification is detailed below. SPECIFICATION The Town Council has responsibility for 2 roundabouts. These are located along the A695 and are planted with large established trees and heathers (the grass verge on Station roundabout is cut in the grass-cutting contract). Additionally, the council maintains the area around our 'Miners Tub' at Low Prudhoe, the Western Gateway seat and landscaping along the A695 towards Mickley, as well as an area to the left of Station Bank Bus Shelter on the road into Prudhoe Castle. This contract also includes weed killing the Prudhoe Badger twice a year. The following is required under the contract: * To ensure high quality weed control, edging, pruning, feeding and litter collection. * 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 and ensure pristine appearance throughout the seasons. * 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. VALUE RANGE The contract is estimated to be valued from PS15,000. 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. Persons or organisations submitting a tender are advised that the canvassing of Councillors or staff either directly or indirectly shall disqualify them from the tendering process. You are also advised that information supplied in this document may be disclosable under the Freedom of Information Act 2000. CLOSING DATE FOR TENDER RETURN All tenders must be received by 12noon on Friday 1st November 2019 and should be marked 'Private & Confidential' and be delivered in a sealed envelope to: Sarah Eden Prudhoe Town Council The Spetchells Centre 58 Front Street Prudhoe Northumberland NE42 5AA If you would prefer to submit tenders electronically, please ensure these are saved in PDF format an ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3986ad1f-459d-424f-a2bd-589879f5300b | | 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 | £15,000 | | 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 15:01 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3986ad1f-459d-424f-a2bd-589879f5300b ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3986ad1f-459d-424f-a2bd-589879f5300b 12th September 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/2af3d678-dee5-4024-9877-de29e9d38184 Opportunity Advert - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/023b8095-a0c5-415d-b798-9c5b7b016a98 Contract Obligations - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/6c08ab28-6b31-4f0e-866c-cdb93d01e018 LGR Invitation to Tender - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/0064419b-4c94-49b2-b2af-bf71e6adeca8 LGR Tender Template (PDF) - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/4ef1bd23-5a66-4b21-8c23-d98379041591 LGR 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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