--- title: "MBC Gardening Contract for Temporary Accommodation and MPH communal spaces" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-04c897" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-04c897" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-04c897.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-04c897.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "MAIDSTONE BOROUGH COUNCIL" published: "2024-12-17" --- # MBC Gardening Contract for Temporary Accommodation and MPH communal spaces Buyer: MAIDSTONE BOROUGH COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04c897 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-04c897) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-04c897.json) ## Summary Maidstone Borough Council (MBC) is inviting tenders for a gardening contract to maintain the gardens of its temporary accommodation properties and communal spaces owned by Maidstone Property Holdings Properties (MPH), under the industry category of horticultural services. The procurement process is in the tender stage, with the tender release on 17th December 2024. Key deadlines include the expression of interest by 12:00 pm on 17th January 2025 and the submission of completed tenders by 12:00 pm on 24th January 2025. Evaluation is scheduled between 27th January and 7th February 2025, with the contractor appointment expected in the week commencing 10th February 2025 and a contract start date of 1st March 2025. The procurement method adopted is an open procedure, and the total contract value is GBP 700,000, running until 28th February 2027, with an optional three-year extension. This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in horticultural services, particularly those adept in both basic garden maintenance and more comprehensive landscaping. The scope covers varied tasks from patio weeding to large-scale landscaping, offering diverse opportunities to showcase expertise. The contract's substantial value and potential extension provide long-term business growth prospects. Ideal participants are businesses with experience in managing residential and communal spaces, especially where access involves navigating properties with tenants in situ. Interested parties must register and express their interest through the Kent Business Portal to view and respond to the procurement documents. ## Notice Maidstone Borough Council (MBC) is looking to procure a gardening contract for both its temporary accommodation properties and the communal spaces for Maidstone Property Holdings Properties (MPH). The gardens in temporary accommodation units are a mix of private residential and communal spaces with service requirements ranging from basic patio weeding to full-scale landscaping. These properties could have tenants in situ, and access may be required through the property if there is no rear access available. The Maidstone Property Holdings areas are largely communal spaces with the need for basic maintenance. Key Dates & Timeline for Procurement Tender release: 17th December 2024 Expression of Interest Deadline: 12:00pm 17th January 2025 Deadline for submission of completed tenders: 12:00pm 24th January 2025 Evaluation: w/c 27th January - 7th February 2025 Appointment of contractor: w/c 10th February 2025 Contract Start Date: 1st March 2025 Tenderers interested in this tender must register and express their interest through the Kent Business Portal (registration is free). Once you have registered and expressed your interest, you will be able to view and respond to the documents. www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk ### Lot Information Lot 1 Maidstone Borough Council (MBC) is looking to procure a gardening contract for both its temporary accommodation properties and the communal spaces for Maidstone Property Holdings Properties (MPH). The gardens in temporary accommodation units are a mix of private residential and communal spaces with service requirements ranging from basic patio weeding to full-scale landscaping. These properties could have tenants in situ, and access may be required through the property if there is no rear access available. The Maidstone Property Holdings areas are largely communal spaces with the need for basic maintenance. Renewal: Optional 3 year extension ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040543-2024 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 17 Dec 2024 | | Submission deadline | 24 Jan 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | £700,000 | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Active | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | MAIDSTONE BOROUGH COUNCIL | | Locality | MAIDSTONE | | Post town | Rochester | | Postcode | ME15 6JQ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLJ4 Kent | | ITL 3 | TLJ45 Mid Kent | | Local authority | Maidstone | | Electoral ward | High Street | | Westminster constituency | Maidstone and Malling | | Delivery location | TLJ45 Mid Kent | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 77 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services ### Codes - 77300000 - Horticultural services ## Release History - 17 Dec 2024 at 10:03 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040543-2024 ## Notice URLs - http://www.kentbusiness.org.uk - http://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk - http://www.maidstone.gov.uk/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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