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title: "Supply of Grounds Maintenance/Landscaping Machinery and Equipment"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06c486"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "DOVER DISTRICT COUNCIL"
published: "2026-07-06"
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# Supply of Grounds Maintenance/Landscaping Machinery and Equipment

Buyer: DOVER DISTRICT COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06c486

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## Summary

Dover District Council, a public authority within the sub-central government of the United Kingdom, is inviting tenders for the supply of grounds maintenance and landscaping machinery and equipment. This procurement opportunity is titled "Supply of Grounds Maintenance/Landscaping Machinery and Equipment", catering to the goods category within the industry classification. The tender process is currently active, with submissions due by 12:00 pm on 27th July 2026. The anticipated contract period spans from 13th August 2026 to 12th November 2026. Based in Dover, the procurement will follow an open competition method, allowing for broad participation.

This tender represents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in the supply of lawn, park, or sports-ground mowers, as well as tractors. It is particularly well-suited to SMEs looking to expand their footprint in the public sector market. The tender places a strong emphasis on price, which accounts for 75% of the award criteria, suggesting that competitive pricing will be crucial for success. As it is a below-threshold open competition, smaller businesses have a competitive chance to secure a contract valued at £120,000. Participating in this tender can not only provide revenue but also establish a relationship with a key local government buyer, potentially leading to further opportunities in the future.

## Notice

Dover District Council ("the Council") wishes to select and appoint a suitable Supplier for the Supply of Grounds Maintenance/Landscaping Machinery and Equipment and invites tenderers to submit a tender to meet the Council's requirements. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Kent Business Portal portal at: https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/tenders/UK-Dover:-Lawn%2C-park-or-sports-ground-mowers./8KPAPAW775 To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/respond/8KPAPAW775 Tender responses are to be submitted no later than 12:00pm 27th July 2026 For more information about this opportunity, please visit the eSourcing portal at: https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/tenders/UK-UK-Dover:-Lawn%2C-park-or-sports-ground-mowers./8KPAPAW775 To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/respond/8KPAPAW775

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/063300-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 6 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 27 Jul 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 12 Aug 2026 - 12 Nov 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £120,000 |
| Lots value | £120,000 |
| 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 | DOVER DISTRICT COUNCIL |
| Locality | DOVER |
| Post town | Canterbury |
| Postcode | CT16 3PJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ4 Kent |
| ITL 3 | TLJ44 East Kent |
| Local authority | Dover |
| Electoral ward | Whitfield |
| Westminster constituency | Dover and Deal |
| Delivery location | TLJ4 Kent |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 16 - Agricultural machinery

### Codes

- 16311100 - Lawn, park or sports-ground mowers
- 16700000 - Tractors

## Release History

- 6 Jul 2026 at 14:55 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/063300-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/063300-2026
  6th July 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/
- https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/respond/8KPAPAW775
- https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/tenders/UK-Dover:-Lawn%2C-park-or-sports-ground-mowers./8KPAPAW775
- https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/tenders/UK-UK-Dover:-Lawn%2C-park-or-sports-ground-mowers./8KPAPAW775
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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