--- title: "Grounds Maintenance Contract" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-c6e545e6-acbf-4fb2-b7da-f193f29092cb" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-c6e545e6-acbf-4fb2-b7da-f193f29092cb" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-c6e545e6-acbf-4fb2-b7da-f193f29092cb.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-c6e545e6-acbf-4fb2-b7da-f193f29092cb.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "HAWKINGE TOWN COUNCIL" published: "2025-07-25" --- # Grounds Maintenance Contract Buyer: HAWKINGE TOWN COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c6e545e6-acbf-4fb2-b7da-f193f29092cb [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-c6e545e6-acbf-4fb2-b7da-f193f29092cb) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-c6e545e6-acbf-4fb2-b7da-f193f29092cb.json) ## Summary Hawkinge Town Council is presently in the tender stage for a Grounds Maintenance Contract, with a focus on the agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural, and apicultural services sector. The procurement process is being conducted using an open procedure below threshold, allowing for wide participation. The tender is designated as active, having been published on the 25th of July, 2025, with submissions to be concluded by the 22nd of August, 2025. The contract work is set to be executed in Hawkinge, postal code CT18, and will span from the 1st of April, 2026, to the 31st of March, 2031. The contract is valued at £220,000 GBP, offering significant financial potential for prospective bidders. This tender presents a substantial opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) capable of delivering services that align with the specifications set by Hawkinge Town Council. Businesses specialising in grounds maintenance, landscaping, and related services would find this tender particularly fitting for expansion. The open procurement method not only encourages competition among local businesses but also encourages them to showcase their expertise and reliability. The opportunity to engage in a long-term contract further allows suitable enterprises to solidify their market presence and expand their service offerings over a five-year period. ## Notice Read these instructions carefully before completing the Invitation to Tender Supplier Response document. It is your responsibility to make sure the document is fully completed with any other required documents. If you fail to comply with these requirements, we may reject your tender. 2.1.2 By submitting a response to this ITT, you confirm that you understand and can provide services (or works or goods) that satisfy the requirements described in our specifications. 2.1.3 Complete the following documents and submit documents directly to clerk@hawkinge-tc.gov.uk * Appendix A - ITT Supplier Response Form * ITT sub-contractor information * Appendix B - Pricing Schedule & Specification If possible, please return these documents in the file format provided (e.g. .doc, .xls, etc.) or a compatible format. 2.1.4 See Section 4 for information about site visits. 2.1.5 You are permitted include appendices with your tender to support answers to the quality/technical questions in the Invitation to Tender Supplier Response document. Any additional documents you include should be relevant and, if part of your answer to a quality question, comply with any word count limits. 2.1.6 You are not required to submit copies of audited accounts, insurance certificates or company policies with your tender. If you are successful, you must provide these and any other evidence we request, before HTC enters into contract with you. 2.1.7 Tenders must be submitted by the Tender Return Date (see section 1.2). We will not consider late tenders unless agreed by the HTC's authorised officers in exceptional circumstances. 2.1.8 Tender Validity - your tender must be open for acceptance for at least 180 days from the Tender Return Date. We will not accept any changes to your tender in that period, unless a genuine error is found and corrected before we make the award decision. 2.1.9 Modification & Withdrawal - You may modify or withdraw your tender at any time before the Tender Return Date. If you need to withdraw your tender after the deadline, please send contact the clerk via email clerk@hawkinge-tc.gov.uk. 2.1.10 Queries and Clarifications - All enquiries a bout this ITT should be sent by email to clerk@hawkinge-tc.gov.uk. We will try to answer all questions as quickly as possible before the Clarification Closing Date. We recommend you submit your questions as early as possible. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d8769b16-89f5-4d8e-9fd1-60d8b2ed8220 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 25 Jul 2025 | | Submission deadline | 22 Aug 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2031 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £220,000 | | 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 | HAWKINGE TOWN COUNCIL | | Locality | HAWKINGE | | Post town | Canterbury | | Postcode | CT18 7FP | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLJ4 Kent | | ITL 3 | TLJ44 East Kent | | Local authority | Folkestone and Hythe | | Electoral ward | North Downs East | | Westminster constituency | Ashford | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 77 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services ### Codes - 77000000 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services ## Release History - 25 Jul 2025 at 08:54 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d8769b16-89f5-4d8e-9fd1-60d8b2ed8220 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d8769b16-89f5-4d8e-9fd1-60d8b2ed8220 25th July 2025 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/aa4e7861-446d-4c0a-9587-227104bcc957 Specific Requirements for Tender - including ITT instructions - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/debb2aeb-772b-41f5-bb92-2ec82e4dd0b7 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/48ca386c-81e6-470f-9107-40cf47dd214d - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/42238815-2964-4602-a4e0-2768e4de44ef - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/dd71c7ba-d0a3-4f0a-82be-041648f94aed - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/24c16a64-4fc2-4ac8-9577-e17b33ad0b0e ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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