--- title: "Grounds Maintenance contract 2022" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-b7e9e27d-46f2-4b98-ac55-7df3b019b585" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-b7e9e27d-46f2-4b98-ac55-7df3b019b585" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-b7e9e27d-46f2-4b98-ac55-7df3b019b585.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-b7e9e27d-46f2-4b98-ac55-7df3b019b585.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "WEST MERSEA TOWN COUNCIL" published: "2022-07-25" --- # Grounds Maintenance contract 2022 Buyer: WEST MERSEA TOWN COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-b7e9e27d-46f2-4b98-ac55-7df3b019b585 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-b7e9e27d-46f2-4b98-ac55-7df3b019b585) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-b7e9e27d-46f2-4b98-ac55-7df3b019b585.json) ## Summary The West Mersea Town Council is currently seeking tenders for the "Grounds Maintenance Contract 2022" in Colchester, Essex. This procurement falls under the horticultural services category and is at the tender stage, with a submission deadline of 18 August 2022. The contract will commence on 1 October 2022 and is expected to run until 31 March 2026, with a total estimated value of £30,000. Interested parties should send their tenders to the Town Clerk at the specified address or via email at town.clerk@westmersea.org. This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in horticultural services, particularly those that offer grounds maintenance, grass cutting, and sports pitch marking. Given the open procurement method, small and medium-sized enterprises are encouraged to participate, providing a chance for these businesses to secure long-term contracts and grow in the public sector. Companies familiar with environmentally friendly practices, as specified in the requirements, will be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. ## Notice West Mersea Town Council West Mersea, Colchester, Essex. The Town Council operates a number of facilities including car parks, sports pitches and cemeteries and is seeking to enter into a contract for the provision of Grounds Maintenance. Grounds maintenance to include; A. Grass cutting and strimming of all Council owned parks and cemeteries (13 areas) B. Sports Pitch marking (13 pitches) Full details of the areas and the works required to each area can be found in the attachments. Since it is not possible to predict accurately the precise number of cuts which mage be required in any one year, the contractor will be paid per cut for a minimum of 13 cuts. Any additional cuts needed, dependant upon weather conditions through the growing season must be agreed in advance. White lining to be carried out weekly with controlled droplet spray marker to keep clear crisp lines. Initial marking to be completed using laser guided equipment of GNNS equipment for accurate lining. No weedkiller to be used to preserve grass and reduce cracking in the ground during dry spells. To apply please send your tender to the Town Clerk at West Mersea Town Council by email to town.clerk@westmersea.org. Hard copies can be sent to 10 Melrose Road, West Mersea, Colchester CO5 8JD ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/93cf3501-5da2-4dfd-9fef-a31abff91808 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 25 Jul 2022 | | Submission deadline | 18 Aug 2022 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 30 Sep 2022 - 31 Mar 2026 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £30,000 | | 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 | WEST MERSEA TOWN COUNCIL | | Locality | COLCHESTER | | Post town | Colchester | | Postcode | CO5 8JD | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLH East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLH3 Essex | | ITL 3 | TLH34 Essex Haven Gateway | | Local authority | Colchester | | Electoral ward | Mersea and Pyefleet | | Westminster constituency | Harwich and North Essex | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 77 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services ### Codes - 77300000 - Horticultural services ## Release History - 25 Jul 2022 at 11:34 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/93cf3501-5da2-4dfd-9fef-a31abff91808 - 25 Jul 2022 at 11:31 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/93cf3501-5da2-4dfd-9fef-a31abff91808 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/93cf3501-5da2-4dfd-9fef-a31abff91808 25th July 2022 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/3ffb6a98-9779-4a69-9a5c-5a7ecb6abfcb Details of grounds maintenance service required in specified areas. 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