--- title: "Invitation to Tender For Provisions of Ground Maintenance Services" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-f42ebc72-ebaa-4cbf-9815-fa43e2811f3f" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-f42ebc72-ebaa-4cbf-9815-fa43e2811f3f" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-f42ebc72-ebaa-4cbf-9815-fa43e2811f3f.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-f42ebc72-ebaa-4cbf-9815-fa43e2811f3f.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "STAMFORD TOWN COUNCIL" published: "2025-02-03" --- # Invitation to Tender For Provisions of Ground Maintenance Services Buyer: STAMFORD TOWN COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f42ebc72-ebaa-4cbf-9815-fa43e2811f3f [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-f42ebc72-ebaa-4cbf-9815-fa43e2811f3f) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-f42ebc72-ebaa-4cbf-9815-fa43e2811f3f.json) ## Summary Stamford Town Council is inviting tenders for the provision of grounds maintenance services for the period from 2025 to 2029. Businesses involved in grounds maintenance are encouraged to submit their proposals for this contract, which covers the PE9 postal area in England. The procurement process is at the tender stage, with the notice published on 3rd February 2025, and the deadline for submitting tenders set for 4pm on 10th February 2025. The contract is expected to start on 1st April 2025. This open procedure is for services under the industry category “Grounds maintenance services” (CPV code: 77314000). Interested parties should deliver their sealed bids to the Town Clerk and can expect notifications of acceptance or rejection by 10th March 2025. This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the grounds maintenance sector to secure a substantial contract, potentially valued at £100,000 over a 4-year period. The open procedure allows small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to compete, offering flexibility as bids can cover specific elements or the entire scope of works outlined in the tender documentation. This process is ideal for established grounds maintenance firms looking to expand their portfolio or for smaller businesses seeking to enter into local government contracts. By engaging in this tender, businesses can not only generate revenue but also establish a long-term partnership with Stamford Town Council, thereby enhancing their reputation and market presence. ## Notice Stamford Town Council invites tenders for the ground maintenance contract for the 2025 -2029 period. Please find attached the invitation to tender with all details of the specification and maps showing the areas to be maintained. You are welcome to submit a tender for individual elements, all elements, or a combination of both, depending on your preference. Please contact the Town Clerk on townclerk@stamfordtowncouncil.gov.uk should you require further details. As requested in Appendix E - Financial Proposal a cost breakdown for each element as outlined in Appendix C Schedule of Works is required. The closing date for tenders will be 4pm on Monday, 10 February 2025. Tenders should be submitted, in a sealed envelope, addressed to the Town Clerk to the Council and clearly marked "PRIVATE & CONFIDENTIAL Tender - Ground Maintenance 2025-2029". These will be opened on Click or tap to enter a date. in the presence of the Town Clerk, Chair & Vice Assets & Services Committee. Tenders will then be reported to the Town Council at their meeting of Tuesday, 25 February 2025. Notification of acceptance/rejection of a bid will be sent by Monday, 10 March 2025. Contract start date 01 April 2025. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d384b7a6-36d8-4d34-be28-e6cf3333fce1 | | 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 | 3 Feb 2025 | | Submission deadline | 10 Feb 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 31 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2029 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £100,000 | | 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 | STAMFORD TOWN COUNCIL | | Locality | STAMFORD | | Post town | Peterborough | | Postcode | PE9 2DR | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLF3 Lincolnshire | | ITL 3 | TLF30 Lincolnshire CC | | Local authority | South Kesteven | | Electoral ward | Stamford St Mary's | | Westminster constituency | Rutland and Stamford | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 77 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services ### Codes - 77314000 - Grounds maintenance services ## Release History - 3 Feb 2025 at 09:47 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d384b7a6-36d8-4d34-be28-e6cf3333fce1 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d384b7a6-36d8-4d34-be28-e6cf3333fce1 3rd February 2025 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/e04aed0e-264e-4a05-bde8-353525b63725 Included are all the tender details and forms required to be submitted ## Notice URLs - http://www.stamfordtowncouncil.gov.uk ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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