---
title: "Grounds Maintenance Machinery"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-068066"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-068066.json"
source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "TEST VALLEY BOROUGH COUNCIL"
published: "2026-04-10"
---

# Grounds Maintenance Machinery

Buyer: TEST VALLEY BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-068066

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## Summary

The Test Valley Borough Council is currently in the tender stage of their procurement process for "Grounds Maintenance Machinery". This procurement is aimed primarily at obtaining heavy tractors and various mowers, with a total contract value of £160,000 (excluding VAT). The procurement falls under the goods category and uses an open method of competition, conducive to a below-threshold scale. The relevant industry classification is for mowers and tractors, hinting at a purchasing focus on grounds maintenance equipment. Targeting the UK region, specifically Andover, the council has outlined a tender submission deadline of 8th May 2026, with the enquiry period concluding on 1st May 2026.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialised in manufacturing or supplying grounds maintenance machinery, particularly those offering competitive rates and high-quality products, as reflected in the 60% quality and 40% cost award criteria. SMEs focused on horticultural machinery can find this contract an ideal growth avenue, as the council is looking for suppliers capable of providing specified types of tractors and mowers. Businesses capable of electronic submissions can participate in this open competition, expanding their market presence within the public sector under the guidance of the Test Valley Borough Council’s structured procurement process.

## Notice

Test Valley Borough Council (TVBC) proposes to enter into contract for the supply of Heavy Tractor & Grounds Maintenance Machinery as described in the specifications. Compact Tractor Max weight 4t x1 Fine Turf Mower x1 Out Front Mower with Deck x1 Triple Cylinder Ride on Mower x2 Walk Behind Pedestrian Mower x1 Zero Turn Ride on Mower x1

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/033004-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 10 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 8 May 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Jun 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £160,000 |
| Lots value | £160,000 |
| 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 | TEST VALLEY BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | ANDOVER |
| Post town | Salisbury |
| Postcode | SP10 3AJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight |
| ITL 3 | TLJ36 Central Hampshire |
| Local authority | Test Valley |
| Electoral ward | Andover Millway |
| Westminster constituency | North West Hampshire |
| Delivery location | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 16 - Agricultural machinery

### Codes

- 16310000 - Mowers
- 16700000 - Tractors

## Release History

- 10 Apr 2026 at 17:00 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/033004-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/033004-2026
  10th April 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=104525&TID100109689&B=
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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