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title: "Rural Roadside Verge Maintenance"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000473657"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "ABERDEENSHIRE COUNCIL"
published: "2017-04-21"
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# Rural Roadside Verge Maintenance

Buyer: ABERDEENSHIRE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000473657

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## Summary

The Aberdeenshire Council is seeking tenders for the "Rural Roadside Verge Maintenance", an initiative focused on grass cutting along public road verges throughout Aberdeenshire. This procurement falls under the services category and includes 21 distinct routes, ranging in length from approximately 380km to 580km, with an average of 440km. The tender process is currently at the Award stage, having completed the submission period on 20 January 2017. Notably, the contract will be for an initial term of two years, with the possibility of extension for an additional two years based on satisfactory performance and annual reviews.

This contract presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in landscaping, grounds maintenance, and related services. Companies that possess the necessary certifications, such as LANTRA for operating side-arm flail mowers, are particularly well-suited to compete for this tender. Furthermore, businesses with a proven track record in public service contracts, robust insurance coverage, and the capability to manage large-scale operations will find this opportunity advantageous for expanding their client base within local government sectors.

## Notice

The Council is seeking tenders for grass cutting on public road verges throughout Aberdeenshire. The area has been divided into 21 separate routes which vary in length from 380km to 580km approximately but typically average 440km. These measurements are intended for guidance only. Contracts will be let for an initial period of two years with a further option of two years subject to satisfactory completion and annual review, there is no guarantee that the volume of work will be constant for the duration of the contract.

### Lot Information

Alford 2

The Council is seeking tenders for grass cutting on public road verges throughout Aberdeenshire.

Renewal: Potential period of up to 24 months

Ballater 1

The Council is seeking tenders for grass cutting on public road verges throughout Aberdeenshire.

Renewal: Potential period of up to 24 months

Banchory 1

The Council is seeking tenders for grass cutting on public road verges throughout Aberdeenshire.

Renewal: Potential period of up to 24 months

Banff 1

The Council is seeking tenders for grass cutting on public road verges throughout Aberdeenshire.

Renewal: Potential period of up to 24 months

Banff 2

The Council is seeking tenders for grass cutting on public road verges throughout Aberdeenshire.

Renewal: Potential period of up to 24 months

Ellon 1

The Council is seeking tenders for grass cutting on public road verges throughout Aberdeenshire.

Renewal: Potential period of up to 24 months

Ellon 2

The Council is seeking tenders for grass cutting on public road verges throughout Aberdeenshire.

Renewal: Potential period of up to 24 months

Fraserburgh 1

The Council is seeking tenders for grass cutting on public road verges throughout Aberdeenshire.

Renewal: Potential period of up to 24 months

Fraserburgh 2

The Council is seeking tenders for grass cutting on public road verges throughout Aberdeenshire.

Renewal: Potential period of up to 24 months

Garioch 1

The Council is seeking tenders for grass cutting on public road verges throughout Aberdeenshire.

Renewal: Potential period of up to 24 months

Garioch 2

The Council is seeking tenders for grass cutting on public road verges throughout Aberdeenshire.

Renewal: Potential period of up to 24 months

Huntly 1

The Council is seeking tenders for grass cutting on public road verges throughout Aberdeenshire.

Renewal: Potential period of up to 24 months

Huntly 2

The Council is seeking tenders for grass cutting on public road verges throughout Aberdeenshire.

Renewal: Potential period of up to 24 months

Mintlaw 1

The Council is seeking tenders for grass cutting on public road verges throughout Aberdeenshire.

Renewal: Potential period of up to 24 months

Mintlaw 2

The Council is seeking tenders for grass cutting on public road verges throughout Aberdeenshire.

Renewal: Potential period of up to 24 months

Stonehaven 1

The Council is seeking tenders for grass cutting on public road verges throughout Aberdeenshire.

Renewal: Potential period of up to 24 months

Stonehaven 2

The Council is seeking tenders for grass cutting on public road verges throughout Aberdeenshire.

Renewal: Potential period of up to 24 months

Stonehaven 3

The Council is seeking tenders for grass cutting on public road verges throughout Aberdeenshire.

Renewal: Potential period of up to 24 months

Turriff 1

The Council is seeking tenders for grass cutting on public road verges throughout Aberdeenshire.

Renewal: Potential period of up to 24 months

Turriff 2

The Council is seeking tenders for grass cutting on public road verges throughout Aberdeenshire.

Renewal: potential period of up to 24 months

Alford 1

The Council is seeking tenders for grass cutting on public road verges throughout Aberdeenshire.

Renewal: Potential period of up to 24 months

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR280725 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Apr 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Jan 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 5 Apr 2017 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | ABERDEENSHIRE COUNCIL |
| Locality | ABERDEEN |
| Post town | Aberdeen |
| Postcode | AB16 5GB |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM5 North Eastern Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire |
| Local authority | Aberdeen City |
| Electoral ward | Midstocket/Rosemount |
| Westminster constituency | Aberdeen North |
| Delivery location | TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work
- 77 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services

### Codes

- 45233229 - Verge maintenance work
- 77314000 - Grounds maintenance services

## Release History

- 21 Apr 2017 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR280725
- 13 Dec 2016 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC267048

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=DEC267048&idx=3
  15th December 2016 - Appendix 2 - Pricing Schedule
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=DEC267048&idx=4
  15th December 2016 - Appendix 3 - Declaration
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=DEC267048&idx=5
  15th December 2016 - Appendix 4 - Conditions of Contract
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=DEC267048&idx=6
  15th December 2016 - Appendix 5 - Award Questionnaire
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=DEC267048&idx=7
  15th December 2016 - Appendix 6 - Roadside Verge Measurements
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=DEC267048&idx=8
  15th December 2016 - Appendix 7 - Map key and link to routes
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=DEC267048&idx=9
  15th December 2016 - ESPD
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=DEC267048&idx=10
  15th December 2016 - ESPD
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=DEC267048&idx=1
  15th December 2016 - ITT
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=DEC267048&idx=2
  15th December 2016 - Appendix 1 - Statement of Requirements
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC267048
  Rural Roadside Verge Maintenance - The Council is seeking tenders for grass cutting on public road verges throughout Aberdeenshire. The area has been divided into 21 separate routes which vary in length from 380km to 580km approximately but typically average 440km. These measurements are intended for guidance only. Contracts will be let for an initial period of two years with a further option of two years subject to satisfactory completion and annual review, there is no guarantee that the volume of work will be constant for the duration of the contract.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR280725
  Rural Roadside Verge Maintenance - The Council is seeking tenders for grass cutting on public road verges throughout Aberdeenshire. The area has been divided into 21 separate routes which vary in length from 380km to 580km approximately but typically average 440km. These measurements are intended for guidance only. Contracts will be let for an initial period of two years with a further option of two years subject to satisfactory completion and annual review, there is no guarantee that the volume of work will be constant for the duration of the contract.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000473657

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