--- title: "Seaton Valley Floral Planting Contract October 2025" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-f822a781-3049-4749-8a9a-483e7000fe1e" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-f822a781-3049-4749-8a9a-483e7000fe1e" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-f822a781-3049-4749-8a9a-483e7000fe1e.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-f822a781-3049-4749-8a9a-483e7000fe1e.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "SEATON VALLEY COUNCIL" published: "2025-10-09" --- # Seaton Valley Floral Planting Contract October 2025 Buyer: SEATON VALLEY COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f822a781-3049-4749-8a9a-483e7000fe1e [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-f822a781-3049-4749-8a9a-483e7000fe1e) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-f822a781-3049-4749-8a9a-483e7000fe1e.json) ## Summary Seaton Valley Council is inviting tenders for a significant public procurement contract titled "Seaton Valley Floral Planting Contract October 2025," classified under the CPV code 77330000 for floral-display services. This contract involves transforming the council's public spaces to support long-term sustainability and biodiversity by transitioning to perennial, pollinator-friendly plants. Located in Whitley Bay, England, this open tender process began on 9th October 2025, with a submission deadline by midnight on 16th November 2025. The internal review will commence the week of 17th November 2025, and the final decision is expected by 21st January 2026. The contract period is set from 1st April 2026 to 31st March 2028. This tender offers lucrative opportunities for businesses specialising in sustainable landscape design and management. Companies with experience in eco-friendly practices, such as peat-free composting, and those able to provide high-quality plants and innovative ecological designs will find this opportunity beneficial. As the contract is open to SMEs, it encourages smaller businesses to participate, promoting diversity in supplier selection. The project encourages contractors to present submissions aligning with the council's sustainability goals, offering a significant chance for growth and visibility in eco-conscious public procurement. ## Notice Seaton Valley Council is undertaking a strategic transition from traditional annual bedding schemes to perennial, sustainable planting across its public spaces. This initiative aims to: - Enhance long-term value by reducing the need for seasonal replanting & associated costs. - Support biodiversity through pollinator-friendly species and varied planting structures. - Reduce waste by minimising plant turnover and promoting compostable materials. - Improve climate resilience with drought-tolerant, low-maintenance species adapted to changing conditions. The new planting approach will prioritise native and perennial species, eco-conscious maintenance practices, and multi-sensory designs that evolve naturally throughout the seasons. Contractors and suppliers are encouraged to align proposals with these sustainability goals and demonstrate innovation in ecological landscaping. All materials must be of high quality and suitable for public display. Submissions will be scored based on (not in priority order): Price: Overall cost-effectiveness, including value for money and transparency of pricing. Quality: Proven quality of plants, materials, and workmanship. Design: Visual appeal, creativity, colour coordination, and enhancement of spaces. Environment: Eco-friendly practices, peat-free compost, and pollinator-friendly species. Experience: Previous experience and proven track record in similar projects with references. Maintenance: Clarity and reliability of maintenance schedule, responsiveness to issues. Communication: Ability to liaise with council officers and provide updates or reports. Safety: Evidence of risk assessments, insurance, and safe working practices. Timeline: Realistic and achievable schedule for planting and maintenance. Clarity: Submission is concise, well-structured, and avoids excessive wordiness. Deadline for submissions: Midnight on Sunday 16th November 2025. Internal review: Week commencing 17th November 2025. Final decision: Wednesday, 21st January 2025. Start date for project: 01 April 2026. Completion date: 31 March 2028. PLEASE NOTE: Contract Value is negotiable and not intended to reflect the total cost of years one and two. Additional information: PLEASE NOTE: Contract Value is negotiable and not intended to reflect the full two years of the contract. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/07fc172a-c12d-45d7-b839-358243362c37 | | 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 | 9 Oct 2025 | | Submission deadline | 16 Nov 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2028 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £35,000 | | 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 | SEATON VALLEY COUNCIL | | Locality | WHITLEY BAY | | Post town | Newcastle upon Tyne | | Postcode | NE25 0DG | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear | | ITL 3 | TLC42 Northumberland | | Local authority | Northumberland | | Electoral ward | Seghill with Seaton Delaval | | Westminster constituency | Cramlington and Killingworth | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 77 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services ### Codes - 77330000 - Floral-display services ## Release History - 9 Oct 2025 at 18:00 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/07fc172a-c12d-45d7-b839-358243362c37 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/07fc172a-c12d-45d7-b839-358243362c37 9th October 2025 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/4f93ebd2-8401-4bce-8ed0-cd6702ebcf68 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/c89ada7d-a5d2-435f-b028-23653a65972e Outline specification. May be subject to change. Detail provided to assist with potential costing and workload estimates. - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/d459bbb1-36c8-4805-9cd5-9b4b545fbb06 Template and guidance notes for submissions. ## Notice URLs - https://seatonvalleycommunitycouncil.gov.uk/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. The canonical page is https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-f822a781-3049-4749-8a9a-483e7000fe1e. The underlying structured data is available as OCDS JSON at https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-f822a781-3049-4749-8a9a-483e7000fe1e.json.