--- title: "AT1505 - Design and Build for the Retrofit or Replacement of Existing Planting Within Operational Highway Roundabouts" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-069b85" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-069b85" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-069b85.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-069b85.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "LUTON COUNCIL" published: "2026-05-19" --- # AT1505 - Design and Build for the Retrofit or Replacement of Existing Planting Within Operational Highway Roundabouts Buyer: LUTON COUNCIL Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-069b85 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-069b85) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-069b85.json) ## Summary Luton Council is planning a procurement process titled "AT1505 - Design and Build for the Retrofit or Replacement of Existing Planting Within Operational Highway Roundabouts." This project falls under the works category, specifically landscaping work and landscaping work for green areas, set to take place in various locations within Luton, United Kingdom. The procurement is currently in the planning stage, with a preliminary market engagement event scheduled for 4th June 2026 at 10 am. The council seeks to appoint a contractor by 31st July 2026, with contract work beginning from 2nd November 2026 and concluding by 31st March 2027. The total estimated contract value is £465,000. This process will use an open procedure, allowing electronic submissions in English. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in landscaping, particularly those experienced in the design and execution of planting schemes within road infrastructure. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are mentioned as suitable contenders, indicating an inclusive approach to encourage diverse business participation. Companies offering turnkey solutions, including design, traffic management, and maintenance, will find this opportunity particularly lucrative. The project will not only enhance aesthetic and environmental conditions across Luton’s roadways but also bolster the portfolio and growth potential for businesses engaging in municipal contracts. ## Notice Luton Council intends to procure a suitable qualified contractor to undertake the design, supply, constructions, planting establishments and maintenance of retrofit and replacement planting schemes within operational highway roundabouts located in 30mph and 40mph environments. Sires are: * Kimpton Road / Airport Way - Luton South * Castle Street / Stuart Street - Luton South * A505 Roundabout adjacent to Hilton Hotel - Luton North * Poynters Road / Dunstable Road - Luton North * Telford Way / Bury Park Junction - Luton North The Design and Build Contractor will need to provide a turnkey solution including site surveys, design developments, traffic management, planting, maintenance, H&S management and adoption support documentation. ### Planning Information Luton Council will shortly be going to market to award a contractor to Design & Build for retrofit or replacement of existing planting on roundabouts and would like to invite you to attend a Preliminary Market Engagement prior to publishing this tender on 4th June 2026 @ 10am. This event will outline our requirements, the tender process (Including how to sign up/access the procurement portal), provide some guidance on Social Value and provide an opportunity for some Q&A. If you wish to attend please email Sal Rahman, saleha.rahman@luton.gov.uk and I will register your interest and forward you an invitation with weblink details. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/045600-2026 | | Notice type | UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Works | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 19 May 2026 | | Submission deadline | 30 Jul 2026 | | Future notice date | 30 Jun 2026 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 2 Nov 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £465,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Planned | | Lots status | Planned | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | LUTON COUNCIL | | Locality | LUTON | | Post town | Luton | | Postcode | LU1 2BQ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLH East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire | | ITL 3 | TLH21 Luton | | Local authority | Luton | | Electoral ward | Central | | Westminster constituency | Luton South and South Bedfordshire | | Delivery location | TLH East (England), TLH21 Luton | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 45 - Construction work ### Codes - 45112700 - Landscaping work - 45112710 - Landscaping work for green areas ## Release History - 19 May 2026 at 07:30 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/045600-2026 - 19 May 2026 at 07:18 - Planning - UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/045591-2026 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/045600-2026 19th May 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/045591-2026 19th May 2026 - Planned procurement notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - http://www.luton.gov.uk - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents - https://www.procontract.due-north.com ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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