--- title: "Grounds Maintenance Contract 2026" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-bab58b5a-4f8c-4fb0-83f8-a1eb04f6f746" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-bab58b5a-4f8c-4fb0-83f8-a1eb04f6f746" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-bab58b5a-4f8c-4fb0-83f8-a1eb04f6f746.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-bab58b5a-4f8c-4fb0-83f8-a1eb04f6f746.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "WEST MERSEA TOWN COUNCIL" published: "2026-01-23" --- # Grounds Maintenance Contract 2026 Buyer: WEST MERSEA TOWN COUNCIL Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-b5fd17-bab58b5a-4f8c-4fb0-83f8-a1eb04f6f746 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-bab58b5a-4f8c-4fb0-83f8-a1eb04f6f746) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-bab58b5a-4f8c-4fb0-83f8-a1eb04f6f746.json) ## Summary The West Mersea Town Council in Colchester, Essex, has recently completed the award stage of the procurement process for the "Grounds Maintenance Contract 2026". This contract covers services including grass cutting and sports pitch marking for facilities such as parks and cemeteries managed by the Town Council. The contract, valued at approximately £36,701.04, was awarded to Great Oaktree Land Services following an open procurement procedure. The contract period is set from 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2029. Interested parties were required to submit their tenders by 5 December 2025. This procurement opportunity presents significant prospects for SMEs specialising in grounds maintenance services and related agricultural, forestry, and horticultural work. Participation in such a contract allows businesses to showcase their skills in maintaining large public areas, enhancing their portfolio and credibility. The awarded contract is an excellent chance for established businesses like Great Oaktree Land Services to expand their service offerings and establish stronger ties with local government bodies. Businesses with expertise in utilising advanced equipment for precise tasks, such as laser-guided line marking, would be particularly suited to this tender. ## 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 B. Sports Pitch marking Full details of the areas and the works required to each area can be found in the attachments. 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@westmerseatowncouncil.gov.uk Hard copies can be sent to 10 Melrose Road, CO58JD ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9c8a1e5e-8fd5-4ed4-9c7f-134ceaaec190 | | Notice type | Award Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | SME | | All stages | Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 23 Jan 2026 | | Submission deadline | 5 Dec 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 15 Jan 2026 | | Contract period | 31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £30,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | £36,701 | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Active | | 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 | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 1 | | Supplier names | GREAT OAKTREE LAND SERVICES | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 77 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services ### Codes - 77000000 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services ## Release History - 23 Jan 2026 at 14:17 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9c8a1e5e-8fd5-4ed4-9c7f-134ceaaec190 - 31 Oct 2025 at 14:02 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c58b1fae-a010-479d-b028-3c1dc6808b55 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9c8a1e5e-8fd5-4ed4-9c7f-134ceaaec190 23rd January 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c58b1fae-a010-479d-b028-3c1dc6808b55 31st October 2025 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/b92e179b-5cf8-4776-973d-07a5a231c105 Details of Grounds maintenance Service required in specified areas. 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