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title: "Raised bed allotment site"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05948c"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "BRAINTREE DISTRICT COUNCIL"
published: "2025-09-04"
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# Raised bed allotment site

Buyer: BRAINTREE DISTRICT COUNCIL  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05948c

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## Summary

Braintree District Council has commenced the planning stage for a public procurement process titled "Raised bed allotment site." This process, initiated on 4th September 2025, involves the construction of 14 raised bed allotment plots along with pathways, fencing, shed bases, and grass seeding, to be located in Great Notley. The project is categorised under services for landscaping work, erection of fencing, and grounds maintenance, with an estimated gross value of £100,000. The submission deadline for initial engagement is 3rd October 2025, through the BIP Delta e-tendering platform. The project aims to shape future developments based on contractors' market inputs and is expected to begin on 1st April 2026, running through 1st October 2026.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in landscaping, construction, and grounds maintenance services. Companies with experience in constructing allotments or handling similar projects will find this contract well-suited to their expertise. The procurement method encourages open engagement during the planning phase, making it ideal for businesses that wish to establish a working relationship with a sub-central government authority, potentially leading to further opportunities in the future. Engaging in this process will enable businesses to influence project specifications and pricing, providing a proactive means for growth and expansion within the local government sector.

## Notice

Braintree District Council is seeking to engage with the market regarding the construction of 14 raised bed allotment plots with pathway, fencing, shed bases and grass seeding in Great Notley, to help shape the next phase of this initiative. The Council is looking for contractors to review the specification for the allotment construction and provide an estimate of a realistic budget for the works. It is also seeking Expressions of Interest should funding be secured and the opportunity be formally advertised. The specification and associated Appendix can be located in the document repository with the BIP Delta e-tendering platform. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Delta eSourcing portal at: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Braintree:-Landscaping-work./8EK9E3CG46 To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/8EK9E3CG46

### Planning Information

Interested contractors should respond via the messaging function of the BIP Delta e-tendering platform. Responses may be followed up via the same system or by email for further clarity as required.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054091-2025 |
| Notice type | UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 4 Sep 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 3 Oct 2025 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2026 - 1 Oct 2026 |
| 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 | Planning |
| Lots status | Planning |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | BRAINTREE DISTRICT COUNCIL |
| Locality | BRAINTREE |
| Post town | Chelmsford |
| Postcode | CM7 9HB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH3 Essex |
| ITL 3 | TLH34 Essex Haven Gateway |
| Local authority | Braintree |
| Electoral ward | Bocking South |
| Westminster constituency | Braintree |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work
- 77 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services

### Codes

- 45112700 - Landscaping work
- 45342000 - Erection of fencing
- 77314000 - Grounds maintenance services

## Release History

- 4 Sep 2025 at 16:26 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054091-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054091-2025
  4th September 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/8EK9E3CG46
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Braintree:-Landscaping-work./8EK9E3CG46
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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