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title: "Grounds Maintenance Equipment 2025"
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# Grounds Maintenance Equipment 2025

Buyer: GENTOO GROUP  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05dd5f

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## Summary

The procurement process initiated by Gentoo Group involves the sourcing and acquisition of grounds maintenance equipment valued at GBP 69,043.32 and GBP 89,128.80, respectively. The tender, titled "Grounds Maintenance Equipment 2025," falls within the agricultural machinery category, classified under CPV 16000000. Situated in Sunderland, UKC23 region, the buyer is a housing association utilising a limited procurement method through the TPPL Grounds Maintenance Framework, aimed at ensuring compliance and efficiency. The contracts were signed on 7th November 2025, with awards made to Carrs Billington Agriculture and Thomas Sherriff & Co Limited. This project signifies a completed stage in the procurement lifecycle, focusing on goods procurement to replace outdated equipment.

This opportunity presents significant potential for businesses involved in the manufacturing and supply of agricultural machinery, particularly those offering innovative, reliable, and safety-compliant equipment. The procurement process underscores the importance of strategic supplier selection and market engagement, paving the way for suppliers to demonstrate their capabilities through expressions of interest and operational equipment trials. Companies that can offer value for money and align with Gentoo Group's framework-driven approach stand to benefit substantially, thereby fostering growth within the industry and stimulating long-term business partnerships.

## Notice

Source and procure grounds maintenance equipment Gentoo Group has identified a requirement to replace some of our grounds maintenance equipment which has reached the end of it's lifespan. We currently have no formal agreement in place, due to the spend levels and risks involved - a formal procurement was required. The tender was initiated to replace outdated equipment that no longer met operational or safety standards. A significant budget was allocated to ensure the acquisition of reliable, efficient, and fit-for-purpose machinery. The TPPL Grounds Maintenance Framework was selected as the procurement route due to its access to multiple pre-approved suppliers and its ability to streamline the process.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Gentoo Group has identified a requirement to replace some of our grounds maintenance equipment which has reached the end of it's lifespan. We currently have no formal agreement in place, due to the spend levels and risks involved - a formal procurement was required. The tender was initiated to replace outdated equipment that no longer met operational or safety standards. A significant budget was allocated to ensure the acquisition of reliable, efficient, and fit-for-purpose machinery. The TPPL Grounds Maintenance Framework was selected as the procurement route due to its access to multiple pre-approved suppliers and its ability to streamline the process. Additional information: n/a

### Procurement Information

Gentoo Group has utilised the TPPL Grounds Maintenance Framework to procure essential grounds maintenance equipment following a structured and transparent procurement process. This approach was selected to ensure compliance, value for money, and operational suitability. Initially, Gentoo undertook an Expressions of Interest (EOI) exercise to gauge market capability and supplier engagement. This step allowed us to identify suitable suppliers and equipment options aligned with our operational requirements. Following the EOI, we conducted vehicle testing and trials to assess the performance, reliability, and suitability of the equipment in real-world conditions. This hands-on evaluation was critical in ensuring that the selected equipment would meet the demands of our grounds maintenance teams and deliver long-term value. Upon completion of the trials, Gentoo proceeded with a Direct Award via the TPPL Grounds Maintenance Framework.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072288-2025 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 10 Nov 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 7 Nov 2025 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £158,171 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | GENTOO GROUP |
| Locality | SUNDERLAND |
| Post town | Sunderland |
| Postcode | SR3 3XR |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC44 Sunderland |
| Local authority | Sunderland |
| Electoral ward | Doxford |
| Westminster constituency | Houghton and Sunderland South |
| Delivery location | TLC23 Sunderland |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 2 |
| Supplier names | CARRS BILLINGTON AGRICULTURE; THOMAS SHERRIFF |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 16 - Agricultural machinery

### Codes

- 16000000 - Agricultural machinery

## Release History

- 10 Nov 2025 at 10:36 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072288-2025

## Notice URLs

- https://www.gentoogroup.com/

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