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title: "CTO85 - GROUNDS MAINTENANCE CONTRACT 2024"
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# CTO85 - GROUNDS MAINTENANCE CONTRACT 2024

Buyer: NORTHERN IRELAND HOUSING EXECUTIVE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-03a447

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## Summary

The Northern Ireland Housing Executive has completed the "CTO85 - GROUNDS MAINTENANCE CONTRACT 2024" tender. This services contract falls under the "Horticultural services" category and includes tasks like grass cutting, litter lifting, and shrub maintenance. The contracting process has advanced to the award stage, with a total value of £7,516,491.84. The contracting authority has confirmed the award to "CLIVE RICHARDSON LIMITED" for Lot 1.

This procurement opportunity opens avenues for businesses in the horticultural industry to compete for contracts that promote social value outcomes. Companies specializing in grounds maintenance services, such as grass cutting and tree maintenance, will find this tender relevant. The contracting authority, the Northern Ireland Housing Executive, aims to engage suppliers who can support their social value objectives through this procurement process. Businesses need to align with the social value criteria outlined to succeed in this tender.

## Notice

This requirement includes, but may not be limited to: * Grass Cutting * Litter lifting * Grass Edging * Informal Grass Cutting * Wildflower Cutting * Weed and Moss Control * Shrub/Herbaceous Bed Maintenance * Seasonal Bed Maintenance * Hedge Maintenance * Young Tree Maintenance * Hard Surface Weed and Moss Control * Culverts * Inspections for holes, ruts and tracks * and any other works deemed included by Client. Refer to the Procurement Documentation for full details. The Lot Contracts associated with this Competition will deliver measurable social value outcomes in accordance with Procurement Policy Note 01/21 - Scoring Social Value. The successful Economic Operator(s) will be required to support the Contracting Authority's social value objectives arising from this Procurement. Accordingly, Contract performance conditions and/or Award Criteria may relate, in particular, to social value.

### Lot Information

Belfast 1 North, West, Shankill and Lisburn Dairyfarm

This requirement includes, but may not be limited to: * Grass Cutting * Litter lifting * Grass Edging * Informal Grass Cutting * Wildflower Cutting * Weed and Moss Control * Shrub/Herbaceous Bed Maintenance * Seasonal Bed Maintenance * Hedge Maintenance * Young Tree Maintenance * Hard Surface Weed and Moss Control * Culverts * Inspections for holes, ruts and tracks * and any other works deemed included by Client. Refer to the Procurement Documentation for full details. The Lot Contracts associated with this Competition will deliver measurable social value outcomes in accordance with Procurement Policy Note 01/21 - Scoring Social Value. The successful Economic Operator(s) will be required to support the Contracting Authority's social value objectives arising from this Procurement. Accordingly, Contract performance conditions and/or Award Criteria may relate, in particular, to social value.

Options: The Contracting Authority has the option, at its sole discretion, to extend the service period by such periods as the Contracting Authority sees fit provided that the cumulative period of such extensions shall not exceed 4 four years from the date of the expiry of the initial starting date.

Renewal: A new procurement competition may be run prior to the end of this Contract.

Belfast 2 South, East and Lisburn Antrim Street

This requirement includes, but may not be limited to: * Grass Cutting * Litter lifting * Grass Edging * Informal Grass Cutting * Wildflower Cutting * Weed and Moss Control * Shrub/Herbaceous Bed Maintenance * Seasonal Bed Maintenance * Hedge Maintenance * Young Tree Maintenance * Hard Surface Weed and Moss Control * Culverts * Inspections for holes, ruts and tracks * and any other works deemed included by Client. Refer to the Procurement Documentation for full details. The Lot Contracts associated with this Competition will deliver measurable social value outcomes in accordance with Procurement Policy Note 01/21 - Scoring Social Value. The successful Economic Operator(s) will be required to support the Contracting Authority's social value objectives arising from this Procurement. Accordingly, Contract performance conditions and/or Award Criteria may relate, in particular, to social value.

Options: The Contracting Authority has the option, at its sole discretion, to extend the service period by such periods as the Contracting Authority sees fit provided that the cumulative period of such extensions shall not exceed 4 four years from the date of the expiry of the initial starting date.

Renewal: A new procurement competition may be run prior to the end of this Contract.

North 1 East Area

This requirement includes, but may not be limited to: * Grass Cutting * Litter lifting * Grass Edging * Informal Grass Cutting * Wildflower Cutting * Weed and Moss Control * Shrub/Herbaceous Bed Maintenance * Seasonal Bed Maintenance * Hedge Maintenance * Young Tree Maintenance * Hard Surface Weed and Moss Control * Culverts * Inspections for holes, ruts and tracks * and any other works deemed included by Client. Refer to the Procurement Documentation for full details. The Lot Contracts associated with this Competition will deliver measurable social value outcomes in accordance with Procurement Policy Note 01/21 - Scoring Social Value. The successful Economic Operator(s) will be required to support the Contracting Authority's social value objectives arising from this Procurement. Accordingly, Contract performance conditions and/or Award Criteria may relate, in particular, to social value.

Options: The Contracting Authority has the option, at its sole discretion, to extend the service period by such periods as the Contracting Authority sees fit provided that the cumulative period of such extensions shall not exceed 4 four years from the date of the expiry of the initial starting date.

Renewal: A new procurement competition may be run prior to the end of this Contract.

South 1 North Down and Ards and South Down

This requirement includes, but may not be limited to: * Grass Cutting * Litter lifting * Grass Edging * Informal Grass Cutting * Wildflower Cutting * Weed and Moss Control * Shrub/Herbaceous Bed Maintenance * Seasonal Bed Maintenance * Hedge Maintenance * Young Tree Maintenance * Hard Surface Weed and Moss Control * Culverts * Inspections for holes, ruts and tracks * and any other works deemed included by Client. Refer to the Procurement Documentation for full details. The Lot Contracts associated with this Competition will deliver measurable social value outcomes in accordance with Procurement Policy Note 01/21 - Scoring Social Value. The successful Economic Operator(s) will be required to support the Contracting Authority's social value objectives arising from this Procurement. Accordingly, Contract performance conditions and/or Award Criteria may relate, in particular, to social value.

Options: The Contracting Authority has the option, at its sole discretion, to extend the service period by such periods as the Contracting Authority sees fit provided that the cumulative period of such extensions shall not exceed 4 four years from the date of the expiry of the initial starting date.

Renewal: A new procurement competition may be run prior to the end of this Contract.

South 2 South Area

This requirement includes, but may not be limited to: * Grass Cutting * Litter lifting * Grass Edging * Informal Grass Cutting * Wildflower Cutting * Weed and Moss Control * Shrub/Herbaceous Bed Maintenance * Seasonal Bed Maintenance * Hedge Maintenance * Young Tree Maintenance * Hard Surface Weed and Moss Control * Culverts * Inspections for holes, ruts and tracks * and any other works deemed included by Client. Refer to the Procurement Documentation for full details. The Lot Contracts associated with this Competition will deliver measurable social value outcomes in accordance with Procurement Policy Note 01/21 - Scoring Social Value. The successful Economic Operator(s) will be required to support the Contracting Authority's social value objectives arising from this Procurement. Accordingly, Contract performance conditions and/or Award Criteria may relate, in particular, to social value.

Options: The Contracting Authority has the option, at its sole discretion, to extend the service period by such periods as the Contracting Authority sees fit provided that the cumulative period of such extensions shall not exceed 4 four years from the date of the expiry of the initial starting date.

Renewal: A new procurement competition may be run prior to the end of this Contract.

South 3 South West Area and Mid Ulster

This requirement includes, but may not be limited to: * Grass Cutting * Litter lifting * Grass Edging * Informal Grass Cutting * Wildflower Cutting * Weed and Moss Control * Shrub/Herbaceous Bed Maintenance * Seasonal Bed Maintenance * Hedge Maintenance * Young Tree Maintenance * Hard Surface Weed and Moss Control * Culverts * Inspections for holes, ruts and tracks * and any other works deemed included by Client. Refer to the Procurement Documentation for full details. The Lot Contracts associated with this Competition will deliver measurable social value outcomes in accordance with Procurement Policy Note 01/21 - Scoring Social Value. The successful Economic Operator(s) will be required to support the Contracting Authority's social value objectives arising from this Procurement. Accordingly, Contract performance conditions and/or Award Criteria may relate, in particular, to social value.

Options: The Contracting Authority has the option, at its sole discretion, to extend the service period by such periods as the Contracting Authority sees fit provided that the cumulative period of such extensions shall not exceed 4 four years from the date of the expiry of the initial starting date.

Renewal: A new procurement competition may be run prior to the end of this Contract.

Belfast Tree Surgery

This requirement is for a Tree Surgery service within the Belfast, Lisburn and Castlereagh areas. The scope of the services required may include but may not be limited to: - Tree Surgery - Hedge Trimming

South Area/Ards & North Down/South Down Tree Surgery

This requirement is for a Tree Surgery service within the South Area, Ards, North Down and South Down areas. The scope of the services required may include but may not be limited to: - Tree Surgery - Hedge Trimming

Mid Ulster/South West Tree Surgery

This requirement is for a Tree Surgery service within the Mid Ulster and South West areas. The scope of the services required may include but may not be limited to: - Tree Surgery - Hedge Trimming

West Area/Causeway Tree Surgery

This requirement is for a Tree Surgery service within the West Area and Causeway areas. The scope of the services required may include but may not be limited to: - Tree Surgery - Hedge Trimming

East Antrim/South Antrim Tree Surgery

This requirement is for a Tree Surgery service within the East Antrim and South Antrim areas. The scope of the services required may include but may not be limited to: - Tree Surgery - Hedge Trimming

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009392-2024 |
| Notice type | Planning Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Planning, Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Mar 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 27 Nov 2023 |
| Future notice date | 30 Apr 2023 |
| Award date | 4 Mar 2024 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £7,669,138 |
| Lots value | £11,405,674 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £43,435,379 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled, Planned |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NORTHERN IRELAND HOUSING EXECUTIVE |
| Locality | BELFAST |
| Post town | Northern Ireland |
| Postcode | BT2 8BP |
| Country | Northern Ireland |
| ITL 1 | TLN Northern Ireland |
| ITL 2 | TLN0 Northern Ireland |
| ITL 3 | TLN06 Belfast |
| Local authority | Belfast |
| Electoral ward | Central |
| Westminster constituency | Belfast South and Mid Down |
| Delivery location | TLN Northern Ireland |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 4 |
| Supplier names | CLIVE RICHARDSON; LANDSCAPING CENTRE; NORTHERN TREE SERVICES; R M GREENKEEPER |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 77 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services

### Codes

- 71421000 - Landscape gardening services
- 77211400 - Tree-cutting services
- 77211500 - Tree-maintenance services
- 77300000 - Horticultural services
- 77312000 - Weed-clearance services
- 77312100 - Weed-killing services
- 77314000 - Grounds maintenance services
- 77314100 - Grassing services
- 77340000 - Tree pruning and hedge trimming
- 77342000 - Hedge trimming

## Release History

- 22 Mar 2024 at 13:45 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009392-2024
- 7 Mar 2024 at 12:09 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/007327-2024
- 1 Dec 2023 at 14:29 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/035517-2023
- 1 Dec 2023 at 14:24 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/035514-2023
- 26 Oct 2023 at 10:21 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031588-2023
- 25 Oct 2023 at 11:56 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031470-2023
- 9 Feb 2023 at 12:13 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004009-2023

## Notice URLs

- https://etendersni.gov.uk/epps

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