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title: "Transport Infrastructure Grounds Maintenance"
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# Transport Infrastructure Grounds Maintenance

Buyer: WEST MIDLANDS COMBINED AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06a245

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## Summary

The West Midlands Combined Authority is inviting tenders for a contract titled "Transport Infrastructure Grounds Maintenance," focusing on services such as vegetation management, winter maintenance, litter picking, and quoted works across various transport assets including bus stations and Park & Ride locations. Situated in Birmingham within the region UKG31, this tender falls under the services category and aligns with maintaining public transport infrastructure. The procurement stage is currently open for tender submissions, and key deadlines include an enquiry period ending on 5th June 2026, with the tender period concluding on 19th June 2026. The procurement method is an open procedure, and the overall contract value amounts to £2,400,000 with extensions possible until 31st March 2036.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in grounds maintenance, winter services, and sustainable operations to compete for a long-term contract. Companies proficient in using green technology and those able to showcase commitments to sustainable practices are well-suited for this project. With a contract period starting on 1st September 2026 and extending up to five years, with potential renewals, the scope provides robust opportunities for SMEs capable of delivering high-quality technical and commercial criteria. The requirements include adhering to safety and customer satisfaction standards, making it ideal for businesses that focus on innovative, environmentally friendly practices and are prepared to uphold the mandated insurance and compliance standards.

## Notice

West Midlands Combined Authority is seeking a contract for the provision of transport infrastructure grounds maintenance across TfWM's asset portfolio (bus shelters, park and ride sites), including vegetation management and winter maintenance throughout the colder months. This contract also includes the provision of litter picking and quoted works following grounds maintenance tasks. There are 5 key areas aligned with the requirements set out in the specification, these are: - * Park & Ride (P&R) car park grounds maintenance * Bus Stations grounds maintenance * Park & Ride (P&R) winter maintenance * Bus Stations winter maintenance * 16 Summer Lane winter maintenance These services will be delivered in line with the following objectives: * The provision of Grounds Maintenance at all Bus Station and Park & Ride locations. * The provision of Winter Maintenance at all Bus Stations, Park & Ride locations and 16 Summer Lane (WMCA Head Office) * The provision of litter picking services across all Bus Stations and Park & Ride sites * Quoted works on a case-by-case basis if high-level tree works are required across the Park & Ride Locations The Service Provider will be required to work in partnership with TfWM and its Suppliers, including but not exclusive to, the other principal Service Providers and partners who carry out cleaning, shelter manufacture, installation and advertising, to deliver the very highest standards of service provision. TfWM has made a commitment to and is working to develop good practice in infrastructure sustainability, including green and sustainable technologies in the design, refurbishment and maintenance of transport infrastructure facilities. The Service Provider will be required to demonstrate a commitment to sustainability by integrating sustainable development into their operating practices and culture throughout the contract. This can be achieved by using low fuel consumption and emissions vehicles, optimising visits to each site, recycling of waste materials, disposing of any controlled waste in an approved manner, work with reusable components, using innovative designs and green technology or ethically sourced materials. Infrastructure and assets are to be efficiently controlled and managed, creating an environment that is well maintained for the safety and experience of public transport users. Principal aims of this contract include: * Effective management of services, inspections of sites where required and maintenance of assets and equipment, to ensure that TfWM: * Maintains the condition of assets to ensure they function safely * Presents a respectable appearance of TfWM assets * Reduces exposure to liability and mitigates risk * Maintaining and continuously improving the professional standard of service across all operational transport assets, to ensure: * TfWM service levels are achieved to standards set out in the specification and within agreed timescales * The Service Provider is focused on the safety of the public, staff, visitors and contractors * Customer satisfaction is considered at all times

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: 2 x optional extension periods of 3 years (until 31st March 2034) and 2 years (until 31st March 2036)

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048285-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 19 Jun 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Aug 2026 - 31 Mar 2031 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £2,400,000 |
| Lots value | £2,400,000 |
| 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 | WEST MIDLANDS COMBINED AUTHORITY |
| Locality | BIRMINGHAM |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B19 3SD |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham |
| Local authority | Birmingham |
| Electoral ward | Newtown |
| Westminster constituency | Birmingham Ladywood |
| Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 43 - Machinery for mining, quarrying, construction equipment
- 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)
- 77 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services
- 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

### Codes

- 43325100 - Grounds-maintenance equipment
- 44113910 - Winter-maintenance materials
- 77310000 - Planting and maintenance services of green areas
- 90620000 - Snow-clearing services
- 90630000 - Ice-clearing services

## Release History

- 22 May 2026 at 16:44 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048285-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048285-2026
  22nd May 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://procontract.due-north.com/Login
- https://procontract.due-north.com/Procurer/Advert/View?advertId=f8907f45-7053-f111-813c-005056b64545&fromAdvertEvent=True
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002164-2026?origin=Dashboard
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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