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title: "NHS SBS GROUNDS MAINTENANCE AND ASSOCIATED SERVICES FRAMEWORK"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-03b447"
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# NHS SBS GROUNDS MAINTENANCE AND ASSOCIATED SERVICES FRAMEWORK

Buyer: NHS SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-03b447

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## Summary

The NHS Shared Business Services Limited (NHS SBS) has successfully executed a procurement process of a Framework Agreement titled "NHS SBS Grounds Maintenance and Associated Services Framework". The agreement encompasses various specialised services, with the industry classification being grounds maintenance services, and includes Lots such as Grounds Maintenance, Tree Care, Winter Services, Fencing, Pest Control, Invasive Weed Control, and Hard Surface Landscaping. The procurement was conducted using an Open Procedure and is currently in the award stage, having commenced on 14th October 2024 and concluding on 13th October 2028. This Framework is applicable across the UK regions including London and the South East, and aims to foster sustainability and social value. Key dates include the commencement and anticipated completion of the Framework Agreement.

This procurement offers significant growth prospects for businesses specialising in various services related to grounds maintenance. It provides ample opportunities for service providers in fields such as landscaping, fencing, and pest control to collaborate with NHS SBS Approved Organisations including NHS and social care bodies. The process supports participation from SMEs as well as larger organisations, encouraging diverse business sizes to compete based on criteria weighted on quality, social value, and price. Businesses with a focus on sustainability and delivering social value will find themselves well-placed to thrive under this Framework, accessing potential high-value contracts and strengthening their market presence within the public sector landscape services.

## Notice

NHS Shared Business Services (NHS SBS) act in an Agency capacity for and on behalf of its customers (Approved Organisations) - existing and new. These comprise of NHS and Social Care organisations (whether acting individually, or on behalf of, or together as members of any consortia) along with any other public or private sector bodies which NHS SBS authorises to use the resulting Framework Agreement. Our Approved Organisation list can be found on: https://www.sbs.nhs.uk/services/framework-agreements-categories/ NHS SBS has put in place a Framework Agreement for the provision of Grounds Maintenance and Associated Services to be used by NHS SBS Approved Organisations. It includes the following specialised Lots: Lot 1 - Grounds Maintenance Services Lot 2 - Tree Care and Inspections Lot 3 - Winter Services Lot 4 - Fencing (Including Security Fencing) Lot 5 - Pest Control Lot 6 - Invasive Weed Control Lot 7 - Hard Surface Landscaping

### Lot Information

Grounds Maintenance Services

This Lot involves the provision of grounds maintenance services to include grass cutting, bed and border, maintenance, litter picking, leaf clearance, weeding, strimming, lawn care, flora display, lawn treatment, hedge cuttings, and planting. Bidders will deliver all the mandatory requirements as detailed in the Specification schedule of the Framework Agreement. There are additional Selection Qualification (SQ) and Award Questionnaire (AQ) requirements, and Bidder Declarations which are applicable, and Bidders are asked to respond to these also. A Framework Agreement will be awarded to a maximum of 25 Bidders for Lot 1 in each of the following regions: 1. Rest of the UK, and 2. London and the South East. For all Lots, the maximum number of Bidders may increase where 2 or more Bidders have tied scores in last awardable position for the Lot. Additionally, NHS SBS reserves the right to award to any Bidder whose final score is within 1% of the last awardable position of the Lot.

Tree Care and Inspections

This Lot involves the provision of planned tree care services to include maintenance, inspection, tree clearing, pruning, and planting. The service will also include a consultation and advice service as and when required. Bidders will deliver all the mandatory requirements as detailed in the Specification schedule of the Framework Agreement. There are additional Selection Qualification (SQ) and Award Questionnaire (AQ) requirements, and Bidder Declarations which are applicable, and Bidders are asked to respond to these also. A Framework Agreement will be awarded to a maximum of 25 Bidders for Lot 2 in each of the following regions: 1. Rest of the UK, and 2. London and the South East. For all Lots, the maximum number of Bidders may increase where 2 or more Bidders have tied scores in last awardable position for the Lot. Additionally, NHS SBS reserves the right to award to any Bidder whose final score is within 1% of the last awardable position of the Lot.

Winter Services

This Lot involves the provision of winter services to include gritting services, pre-treatment solutions, snow clearance and salt treatment. Suppliers are expected to be able to provide flexible and adjustable solutions to Approved Organisations which include manual and mechanical solutions. Bidders will deliver all the mandatory requirements as detailed in the Specification schedule of the Framework Agreement. There are additional Selection Qualification (SQ) and Award Questionnaire (AQ) requirements, and Bidder Declarations which are applicable, and Bidders are asked to respond to these also. A Framework Agreement will be awarded to a maximum of 25 Bidders for Lot 3 in each of the following regions: 1. Rest of the UK, and 2. London and the South East. For all Lots, the maximum number of Bidders may increase where 2 or more Bidders have tied scores in last awardable position for the Lot. Additionally, NHS SBS reserves the right to award to any Bidder whose final score is within 1% of the last awardable position of the Lot.

Fencing (Including Security Fencing)

This Lot involves the provision of fencing services to include safety fencing, security fencing, panel fencing and mesh fencing. It includes the repair of existing fencing and new installations. Bidders will deliver all the mandatory requirements as detailed in the Specification schedule of the Framework Agreement. There are additional Selection Qualification (SQ) and Award Questionnaire (AQ) requirements, and Bidder Declarations which are applicable, and Bidders are asked to respond to these also. A Framework Agreement will be awarded to a maximum of 25 Bidders for Lot 4 in each of the following regions: 1. Rest of the UK, and 2. London and the South East. For all Lots, the maximum number of Bidders may increase where 2 or more Bidders have tied scores in last awardable position for the Lot. Additionally, NHS SBS reserves the right to award to any Bidder whose final score is within 1% of the last awardable position of the Lot.

Pest Control

This Lot involves the provision of pest control services for Approved Organisation premises, in order to keep them free from rodents, birds, insects and other pests. The Supplier shall provide a full suite of pest control measures for dealing with a range of pests encountered by Approved Organisations. Bidders will deliver all the mandatory requirements as detailed in the Specification schedule of the Framework Agreement. There are additional Selection Qualification (SQ) and Award Questionnaire (AQ) requirements, and Bidder Declarations which are applicable, and Bidders are asked to respond to these also. A Framework Agreement will be awarded to a maximum of 25 Bidders for Lot 5 in each of the following regions: 1. Rest of the UK, and 2. London and the South East. For all Lots, the maximum number of Bidders may increase where 2 or more Bidders have tied scores in last awardable position for the Lot. Additionally, NHS SBS reserves the right to award to any Bidder whose final score is within 1% of the last awardable position of the Lot.

Invasive Weed Control

This Lot involves the provision of invasive weed control treatment solutions across a variety of public sector settings. Bidders will deliver all the mandatory requirements as detailed in the Specification schedule of the Framework Agreement. There are additional Selection Qualification (SQ) and Award Questionnaire (AQ) requirements, and Bidder Declarations which are applicable, and Bidders are asked to respond to these also. A Framework Agreement will be awarded to a maximum of 25 Bidders for Lot 6 in each of the following regions: 1. Rest of the UK, and 2. London and the South East. For all Lots, the maximum number of Bidders may increase where 2 or more Bidders have tied scores in last awardable position for the Lot. Additionally, NHS SBS reserves the right to award to any Bidder whose final score is within 1% of the last awardable position of the Lot.

Hard Surface Landscaping

This Lot involves the provision of hard surface landscaping across public sector settings. It includes landscaping works for hospitals, parks, gardens, schools, playgrounds, parks, and roads. Bidders will deliver all the mandatory requirements as detailed in the Specification schedule of the Framework Agreement. There are additional Selection Qualification (SQ) and Award Questionnaire (AQ) requirements, and Bidder Declarations which are applicable, and Bidders are asked to respond to these also. A Framework Agreement will be awarded to a maximum of 25 Bidders for Lot 7 in each of the following regions: 1. Rest of the UK, and 2. London and the South East. For all Lots, the maximum number of Bidders may increase where 2 or more Bidders have tied scores in last awardable position for the Lot. Additionally, NHS SBS reserves the right to award to any Bidder whose final score is within 1% of the last awardable position of the Lot.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031282-2025 |
| Notice type | Planning Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large, SME |
| All stages | Planning, Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 10 Jun 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 8 Mar 2024 |
| Future notice date | 14 Sep 2023 |
| Award date | 5 May 2025 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £100,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £100,000,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NHS SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED |
| Locality | HEMEL HEMPSTEAD |
| Post town | Hemel Hempstead |
| Postcode | HP2 7AH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLH27 South West Hertfordshire |
| Local authority | Dacorum |
| Electoral ward | Adeyfield East |
| Westminster constituency | Hemel Hempstead |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 30 |
| Supplier names | ANTI GRAFFITI SYSTEMS; ASPIRE COMMUNITY WORKS COMMUNITY INTEREST; BEAVER HOUSE SERVICES LTD T/A BEAVER PEST CONTROL; CHEVRON GREEN SERVICES; CLEARWAY GRITTING; CLIMBERS WAY TREE CARE; CONTEGO ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES; CONTINENTAL LANDSCAPES; COUNTRYWIDE ENVIRONMENTAL; COUNTRYWIDE GROUNDS MAINTENANCE; CROPPER GROUNDS MAINTENANCE; ECOLAB; ELITE ARBORISTS; H AND J MARTIN; HENDERSON AND TAYLOR; JAPANESE KNOTWEED ELIMINATION; KBH BUILDING SERVICES; KNOTWEED SERVICES (UK; MARK WALKER (GROUNDS MAINTENANCE; MITIE; NURTURE LANDSCAPES; RAILSCAPE; RBS GROUND MAINTENANCE; RED SQUIRREL TREE SURGERY; RENTOKIL INITIAL UK LTD T/A RENTOKIL PEST CONTROL; RSK ENVIRONMENT; SMARTER SERVICES; THE GROUNDS CARE GROUP (UK; THOMPSON TREE SERVICES (UK; VERMTEK |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 03 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products
- 15 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products
- 24 - Chemical products
- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation
- 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)
- 45 - Construction work
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 77 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services
- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security
- 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

### Codes

- 03452000 - Trees
- 15981320 - Snow
- 24613100 - Bird-scaring cartridges
- 34144420 - Salt spreaders
- 34144440 - Gritter vehicles
- 34928310 - Safety fencing
- 44231000 - Made-up fencing panels
- 44313100 - Wire-mesh fencing
- 45112700 - Landscaping work
- 45112710 - Landscaping work for green areas
- 45112711 - Landscaping work for parks
- 45112712 - Landscaping work for gardens
- 45112713 - Landscaping work for roof gardens
- 45112714 - Landscaping work for cemeteries
- 45112720 - Landscaping work for sports grounds and recreational areas
- 45112721 - Landscaping work for golf courses
- 45112722 - Landscaping work for riding areas
- 45112723 - Landscaping work for playgrounds
- 45112730 - Landscaping work for roads and motorways
- 45112740 - Landscaping work for airports
- 45340000 - Fencing, railing and safety equipment installation work
- 71421000 - Landscape gardening services
- 77211300 - Tree-clearing services
- 77211400 - Tree-cutting services
- 77211500 - Tree-maintenance services
- 77312000 - Weed-clearance services
- 77314000 - Grounds maintenance services
- 77340000 - Tree pruning and hedge trimming
- 77342000 - Hedge trimming
- 79993100 - Facilities management services
- 90511300 - Litter collection services
- 90620000 - Snow-clearing services
- 90922000 - Pest-control services
- 90923000 - Rat-disinfestation services

## Release History

- 10 Jun 2025 at 13:25 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031282-2025
- 25 Jan 2024 at 10:30 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002543-2024
- 20 Mar 2023 at 13:44 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008001-2023

## Notice URLs

- http://www.agsone.co.uk
- http://www.aspirecommunityworks.com
- http://www.chevrongs.com
- http://www.clearwaygritting.co.uk
- http://www.contegoresponse.com
- http://www.continental-landscapes.co.uk
- http://www.countrywide-pestcontrol.co.uk
- http://www.countrywidegrounds.com
- http://www.elitearborists.co.uk
- http://www.grounds-maintenance.com
- http://www.henderson-taylor.co.uk
- http://www.hjmartin.co.uk
- http://www.knotweed-wales.com
- http://www.knotweedsewrvices.co.uk
- http://www.markwalkergm.co.uk
- http://www.mitie.com
- http://www.nurture-group.co.uk
- http://www.pestcontrolservices.co.uk
- http://www.railscape.com
- http://www.rentokil.co.uk
- http://www.smarterservices.co.uk
- http://www.thompson-treeservices.co.uk
- http://www.uk.ecolab.eu
- http://www.vermtek.com
- https://climberswaytreecare.co.uk/
- https://discovery.ariba.com/rfx/18616729
- https://gcgrp.co.uk/
- https://kbhbuildingservicesltd.co.uk
- https://rstreesurgeonslondon.co.uk/
- https://www.sbs.nhs.uk/
- https://www.sbs.nhs.uk/nhs-sbs-about-us
- https://www.sbs.nhs.uk/proc-construction-estates-frameworks
- https://www.sbs.nhs.uk/services/framework-agreements-categories/

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