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title: "SOL - GREENING THE GREY"
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buyer: "COVENTRY - SOLIHULL - WARWICKSHIRE"
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# SOL - GREENING THE GREY

Buyer: COVENTRY - SOLIHULL - WARWICKSHIRE  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e59cb02a-914c-4123-b009-2c4b5c8a2269

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "SOL - GREENING THE GREY" is being conducted by Coventry - Solihull - Warwickshire and focuses on landscaping work aimed at enhancing green networks and wildlife in Solihull, United Kingdom. This open procurement, classified under works, includes planting and seeding operations across existing and new cycle networks and public spaces. The tender period concludes on 12 November 2018, with a contract period commencing on 17 December 2018 and extending until 5 March 2021. The minimum estimated value of the contract is £5,000,000, while the maximum is £1,000,000. Key contact for the procurement is the Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council Procurement Team, reachable via email or telephone.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in landscaping, horticultural services, and ecological works, particularly those experienced in large-scale planting projects and park maintenance. Companies that can contribute to environmental sustainability and are capable of managing substantial projects are particularly well-suited for this contract. The possibility of partial funding from the European Regional Development Fund further enhances the attractiveness of this tender for potential bidders.

## Notice

Wildlife Ways (working title Greening the Grey) aims to develop connections across Solihull with green networks and improved wildlife sites. Planting and seeding works will take place across much of the existing cycle network (69 km) and new shared paths (23 km), along Highway verges or through public open space. Planting will comprise the planting of heavy standard and semi-mature size trees, and smaller feathered trees, whips and transplants for hedgerow planting; large-scale wildflower seeding along verges and in parks and public open spaces, along with bulb planting; and wildflower turf areas, typically along key corridors. Tenderers should note that elements of the Services/ Works may be partially funded by the European Regional Development Fund. Additional information: Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d9ec9c21-e2d3-4f72-9640-41c9a0949e71 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 Nov 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 12 Nov 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 17 Dec 2018 - 5 Mar 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,000,000 |
| 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 | COVENTRY - SOLIHULL - WARWICKSHIRE |
| Locality | SOLIHULL |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B91 3QB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG32 Solihull |
| Local authority | Solihull |
| Electoral ward | St Alphege |
| Westminster constituency | Solihull West and Shirley |
| Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work
- 77 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services

### Codes

- 45111200 - Site preparation and clearance work
- 45111213 - Site-clearance work
- 45111220 - Scrub-removal work
- 45112000 - Excavating and earthmoving work
- 45112400 - Excavating work
- 45112500 - Earthmoving work
- 45112700 - Landscaping work
- 45112710 - Landscaping work for green areas
- 45112711 - Landscaping work for parks
- 45112720 - Landscaping work for sports grounds and recreational areas
- 45112723 - Landscaping work for playgrounds
- 45112730 - Landscaping work for roads and motorways
- 45113000 - Siteworks
- 45233229 - Verge maintenance work
- 45233280 - Erection of road-barriers
- 45233290 - Installation of road signs
- 45233292 - Installation of safety equipment
- 45233293 - Installation of street furniture
- 45316213 - Installation of traffic guidance equipment
- 45342000 - Erection of fencing
- 45421147 - Installation of grilles
- 45421148 - Installation of gates
- 45432112 - Laying of paving
- 45454100 - Restoration work
- 45520000 - Hire of earthmoving equipment with operator
- 77000000 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services
- 77300000 - Horticultural services
- 77310000 - Planting and maintenance services of green areas
- 77311000 - Ornamental and pleasure gardens maintenance services
- 77312000 - Weed-clearance services
- 77312100 - Weed-killing services
- 77313000 - Parks maintenance services
- 77314000 - Grounds maintenance services
- 77314100 - Grassing services
- 77315000 - Seeding services
- 77340000 - Tree pruning and hedge trimming
- 77341000 - Tree pruning
- 77342000 - Hedge trimming

## Release History

- 8 Nov 2018 at 07:33 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d9ec9c21-e2d3-4f72-9640-41c9a0949e71
- 27 Sep 2018 at 13:13 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d9ec9c21-e2d3-4f72-9640-41c9a0949e71

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d9ec9c21-e2d3-4f72-9640-41c9a0949e71
  8th November 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/csw-jets/aspx/
  Additional information on how to apply for this contract

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