--- title: "Grounds Maintenance, Specialist Countryside and Arboricultural Works Framework" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06c97a" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06c97a" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06c97a.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06c97a.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "CARMARTHENSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL" published: "2026-07-13" --- # Grounds Maintenance, Specialist Countryside and Arboricultural Works Framework Buyer: CARMARTHENSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06c97a [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06c97a) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06c97a.json) ## Summary Carmarthenshire County Council is currently in the planning stage of initiating a tender for a new framework titled "Grounds Maintenance, Specialist Countryside and Arboricultural Works Framework." This procurement process falls under the works and services industry category, focusing on areas such as grounds maintenance services and environmental management. The Pre-Tender Market Engagement Event is scheduled for 13th August 2026 at The Beacon Enterprise Centre in Dafen, Llanelli, offering an opportunity for potential suppliers to understand the Council's requirements and the anticipated tendering process. The tender is set in the Carmarthenshire region (UKL14), with important communications to be expected by 1st October 2026, and the framework contract period running from 1st January 2027 through to 31st December 2029. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in grounds maintenance, arboriculture, environmental protection, and related services to expand their portfolios and engage in public sector projects. Small and medium enterprises are particularly encouraged to participate, as the framework is structured to accommodate their involvement. Companies that can offer agricultural supplies, environmental consultancy, and landscaping work, amongst other services, stand to benefit from engaging with this framework and forming a collaborative relationship with Carmarthenshire County Council. The procurement method includes establishing a framework agreement, allowing businesses to secure a position across a variety of lot-based work within the county. ## Notice Carmarthenshire County Council wishes to establish a new framework for the provision of grounds maintenance, specialist countryside and arboricultural works across the county. These might include, but are not limited to: * Specialist Countryside Works * Grounds & Landscaping Services * Arboricultural Works * Ecological Consultancy Please note that at this stage the framework's lotting structure and the works/services required have not yet been confirmed. Carmarthenshire County Council reserves the right to amend the framework and its requirements up until the tender is published. ### Planning Information The Council is inviting interested suppliers to attend a Pre-Tender Market Engagement Event on 13/08/2026 at The Beacon Enterprise Centre in Dafen, Llanelli. This event will provide prospective contractors with an opportunity to gain an early understanding of the Council’s requirements, the proposed framework structure, and the anticipated procurement and tendering process. Council officers will present an overview of the proposed arrangement and will be available to answer questions relating to the framework and forthcoming tender opportunity. Representatives from Business Wales will also be in attendance to provide information on the support and services available to businesses, including guidance on tendering for public sector contracts. Interested parties are encouraged to attend to obtain further information and engage with the Council prior to the framework being advertised. If you wish to attend, please register through Eventbrite. Please copy the following link into your browser - https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/carmarthenshire-county-council-market-engagement-event-tickets-1993607813637?aff=oddtdtcreator The event will commence at 10.00am with registration from 9.30am. Please note that, due to anticipated demand, attendance will be limited to ONE representative per organisation. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065584-2026 | | Notice type | UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Works | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 13 Jul 2026 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 1 Oct 2026 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 1 Jan 2027 - 31 Dec 2029 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £2,500,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Planning | | Lots status | Planning | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | CARMARTHENSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL | | Locality | CARMARTHEN | | Post town | Swansea | | Postcode | SA31 1JP | | Country | Wales | | ITL 1 | TLL Wales | | ITL 2 | TLL4 Mid and South West Wales | | ITL 3 | TLL42 South West Wales | | Local authority | Carmarthenshire | | Electoral ward | Carmarthen Town North and South | | Westminster constituency | Caerfyrddin | | Delivery location | TLL14 South West Wales | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 03 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products - 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus) - 45 - Construction work - 77 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services - 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services ### Codes - 03144000 - Agricultural supplies - 03450000 - Tree-nursery products - 03452000 - Trees - 44110000 - Construction materials - 45112700 - Landscaping work - 45112711 - Landscaping work for parks - 45112720 - Landscaping work for sports grounds and recreational areas - 45221113 - Footbridge construction work - 45262640 - Environmental improvement works - 45340000 - Fencing, railing and safety equipment installation work - 77000000 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services - 77211300 - Tree-clearing services - 77310000 - Planting and maintenance services of green areas - 77314000 - Grounds maintenance services - 90710000 - Environmental management - 90720000 - Environmental protection ## Release History - 13 Jul 2026 at 11:42 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065584-2026 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065584-2026 13th July 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - https://www.carmarthenshire.gov.wales - https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/carmarthenshire-county-council-market-engagement-event-tickets-1993607813637?aff=oddtdtcreator - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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