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title: "Grounds Maintenance Services - AWARD"
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buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF CUMBRIA"
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# Grounds Maintenance Services - AWARD

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF CUMBRIA  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-cb0a03ef-d1af-44db-a526-1a2ad3e6fd79

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## Summary

The University of Cumbria has completed the procurement process for grounds maintenance services at its campuses located in the North West, United Kingdom. The procurement, classified under industry category "Grounds maintenance services" (CPV code 77314000), commenced with a tender phase ending on 9th June 2022. The contract, valued at £380,307.60, runs from 8th July 2022 to 31st July 2027. The award was announced on 20th March 2025, with Ashlea Ltd selected as the service provider through an open procedure.

This tender presents a significant growth opportunity for businesses specialising in grounds and garden maintenance services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in particular, given the suitability criteria, would find an advantageous market in supporting the University of Cumbria with its extensive maintenance needs. Businesses equipped to manage comprehensive grounds care would be well-positioned to compete for similar future contracts within the education sector. Partnering with a prestigious institution like the University of Cumbria could also enhance business portfolios and credibility in the market.

## Notice

The University of Cumbria is looking to procure the services of a Grounds Maintenance company with the capability to maintain all aspects of the grounds at our University Campuses. Providing a range of both grounds and garden services in line with our Specification within this Invitation to Tender.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e44ced86-79fa-4bf2-9c9c-af4ef3409420 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Mar 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 9 Jun 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 31 Jul 2022 |
| Contract period | 7 Jul 2022 - 31 Jul 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £380,307 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £618,864 |
| 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 | UNIVERSITY OF CUMBRIA |
| Locality | LANCASTER |
| Post town | Lancaster |
| Postcode | LA1 3JD |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD4 Lancashire |
| ITL 3 | TLD44 Lancaster and Wyre |
| Local authority | Lancaster |
| Electoral ward | Bowerham |
| Westminster constituency | Lancaster and Wyre |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ASHLEA |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 77 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services

### Codes

- 77314000 - Grounds maintenance services

## Release History

- 20 Mar 2025 at 10:56 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e44ced86-79fa-4bf2-9c9c-af4ef3409420
- 20 Mar 2025 at 10:49 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e44ced86-79fa-4bf2-9c9c-af4ef3409420

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e44ced86-79fa-4bf2-9c9c-af4ef3409420
  20th March 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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