---
title: "Grounds Maintenance Equipment - John Deere 2026"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-068850"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "GENTOO GROUP"
published: "2026-04-22"
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# Grounds Maintenance Equipment - John Deere 2026

Buyer: GENTOO GROUP  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-068850

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## Summary

The procurement process initiated by Gentoo Group, a public undertaking located in Sunderland, United Kingdom, involves the acquisition of John Deere lawn mowers. The contract, titled "Grounds Maintenance Equipment - John Deere 2026," falls under the industry category of goods, specifically mowers, and was awarded on 22nd April 2026. This procurement follows a direct method, below the threshold without competition, as part of the TPPL Grounds Maintenance Framework. The contract commenced on 30th April 2026 and is set to conclude on 31st May 2026, indicating the completion stage of the procurement. The goods will be delivered within the UKC23 region.

This tender presents growth opportunities for businesses involved in agricultural machinery, especially those dealing with grounds maintenance. Thomas Sherriff & Co Limited, an SME based in Berwick-Upon-Tweed, successfully secured this contract, demonstrating the potential for smaller enterprises to engage in direct procurement procedures. Companies with expertise in manufacturing or supplying high-quality lawn mowers and related goods might find similar opportunities rewarding, particularly if they aim to expand their presence in public procurement. Engaging with frameworks like TPPL could be advantageous for businesses seeking streamlined procurement processes and increased visibility in the UK market.

## Notice

Purchase of John Deere lawn mowers - procured 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/036511-2026 |
| Notice type | UK6 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 22 Apr 2026 |
| Contract period | 30 Apr 2026 - 31 May 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £159,120 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## 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 | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | THOMAS SHERRIFF |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 16 - Agricultural machinery

### Codes

- 16310000 - Mowers

## Release History

- 22 Apr 2026 at 10:35 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036511-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036511-2026
  22nd April 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.thomassherriff.co.uk/

## Provenance

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