--- title: "Grounds Maintenance Contract" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06dda2" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06dda2" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06dda2.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06dda2.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "MARLOW TOWN COUNCIL" published: "2026-08-07" --- # Grounds Maintenance Contract Buyer: MARLOW TOWN COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06dda2 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06dda2) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06dda2.json) ## Summary Marlow Town Council has issued an invitation to tender for a Grounds Maintenance Contract, aimed at sourcing experienced contractors to provide comprehensive grounds maintenance services. The procurement process, labelled as "active" and using an open method under below-threshold competition, will see submissions accepted up to 5th October 2026. The contract spans several lots, covering services such as grass cutting, hedge trimming, rights of way, cemetery, and May Balfour Gardens maintenance, along with refuse collection. Located in Marlow, Buckinghamshire (UKJ13), this procurement is relevant to the CPV codes relating to parks and grounds maintenance, tree pruning, and waste management. The tender process is facilitated by Marlow Town Council, represented by Debbie Abbott, and aligns with the UKPGA legal framework. Key eligibility is reserved for SMEs and VCSEs, with a focus on promoting local economic engagement and community benefits. This tender represents a significant growth opportunity for businesses specialising in grounds and cemetery maintenance, as well as waste management services. Given the procurement's focus on local community impact, businesses able to demonstrate social value through local employment, community engagement, and environmental benefits will likely stand out. The lots are particularly well-suited for small to medium enterprises that can showcase capabilities in maintaining biodiversity, ensuring safety, and providing efficient waste management solutions. Detailed evaluation criteria including capability, pricing, and social value underscore the Council's commitment to sustainability and community involvement, promoting a business environment conducive to innovative solutions that align with Marlow Town's strategic vision and sustainable development goals. ## Notice The Council is seeking suitably experienced and competent contractors to provide grounds maintenance services in accordance with the Council's specification. The principal services required are: * Grass cutting and trimming of urban grass verges; * Trimming and pruning of hedges, verges, trees and shrubs; * Rights of way clearance; * Cemetery maintenance; * May Balfour Gardens maintenance; and * Bin clearance. Additional services may occasionally be required, including: * Trimming and pruning of hedges, verges, trees and shrubs not forming part of the regular scheme; and * Siding out of overgrown footways or other Rights of Way not forming part of the regular scheme. ### Lot Information General Grounds Maintenance General grounds maintenance, including verges, open spaces and pathways. Services include grass cutting and trimming, maintenance of hedges, verges, trees and shrubs and Rights of Way clearance, together with associated services identified in the specification. Tenderers applying for Lot 1 will be required to demonstrate how they will maintain the Council's verges, open spaces and paths, including how biodiversity will be encouraged while maintaining a tidy appearance where it matters and ensuring safety for all. Renewal: Two individual additional years by mutual agreement Cemetery Maintenance Cemetery maintenance. The contractor will be required to maintain the cemetery in accordance with the specification and ensure that the space remains suitable for quiet reflection and remembrance and is respectful and inclusive for all. Renewal: Two individual additional years by mutual agreement May Balfour Gardens Maintenance May Balfour Gardens maintenance. The contractor will be required to maintain May Balfour Gardens with care and respect at all times. Maintenance work must be carried out sensitively to minimise disruption to visitors and protect the peaceful nature of the site. Renewal: Two individual additional years by mutual agreement Waste Management Waste management and bin clearance. The contractor will be required to ensure that bins are collected in a timely manner and that collected waste is appropriately managed. Tenderers must demonstrate how they will minimise the environmental impact of the service. Renewal: Two individual additional years by mutual agreement ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/075265-2026 | | Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | 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 | 7 Aug 2026 | | Submission deadline | 5 Oct 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 31 Mar 2027 - 31 Mar 2030 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £255,000 | | Lots value | £255,000 | | 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 | MARLOW TOWN COUNCIL | | Locality | MARLOW | | Post town | Slough | | Postcode | SL7 2AG | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire | | ITL 3 | TLJ13 Buckinghamshire | | Local authority | Buckinghamshire | | Electoral ward | Marlow | | Westminster constituency | Beaconsfield | | Delivery location | TLJ13 Buckinghamshire | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 77 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services - 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services - 98 - Other community, social and personal services ### Codes - 77313000 - Parks maintenance services - 77314000 - Grounds maintenance services - 77340000 - Tree pruning and hedge trimming - 90511000 - Refuse collection services - 98371111 - Cemetery maintenance services ## Release History - 7 Aug 2026 at 11:23 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/075265-2026 - 6 Aug 2026 at 11:50 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/074698-2026 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/075265-2026 7th August 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/074698-2026 6th August 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-20280 ## Notice URLs - http://www.marlow-tc.gov.uk - 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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