---
title: "Grounds Maintenance Contract"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000605840"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000605840.json"
source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "SHETLAND ISLANDS COUNCIL"
published: "2020-04-30"
---

# Grounds Maintenance Contract

Buyer: SHETLAND ISLANDS COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000605840

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## Summary

The Shetland Islands Council is currently running an open tender for the "Grounds Maintenance Contract," which encompasses grass cutting services across various locations within Shetland. The tender is at the active stage, with bids open until 6 April 2020, at 15:00 GMT. The relevant classification falls under the services category, specifically related to general public services. The successful contractor will be expected to operate in compliance with Scots Law. Interested bidders can find more details and submit their proposals electronically through the Public Contracts Scotland website, as electronic submission is required for this tender.

This contract presents a significant opportunity for businesses in landscaping, horticulture, and grounds maintenance services. With the contract set to begin on 20 April 2020 and potentially running for a duration of four years, companies equipped with the necessary financial stability, technical expertise, and experience in similar projects can gain a foothold in the region. The procurement criteria emphasise the need for a solid financial background and a proven track record, making this an ideal bid for established firms capable of meeting the specified selection requirements.

## Notice

Grasscutting Services for various locations

### Lot Information

Lot 1

An Open Procedure is being followed in accordance with Regulation 28 of The Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.

Options: Details of options are contained in the Invitation to Tender.

Renewal: Options for renewal are detailed in the Invitation to Tender.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY386063 |
| 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 | 30 Apr 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 6 Apr 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Apr 2020 |
| Contract period | 20 Apr 2020 - 31 Mar 2024 |
| Recurrence | November 2023 |

## Values

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

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Unsuccessful |
| Lots status | Unsuccessful |
| Awards status | Unsuccessful |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SHETLAND ISLANDS COUNCIL |
| Locality | LERWICK |
| Post town | Lerwick |
| Postcode | ZE1 0HB |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM2 Highlands and Islands |
| ITL 3 | TLM20 Highlands and Islands |
| Local authority | Shetland Islands |
| Electoral ward | Lerwick North and Bressay |
| Westminster constituency | Orkney and Shetland |
| Delivery location | TLM66 Shetland Islands |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 77 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services

### Codes

- 77314000 - Grounds maintenance services

## Release History

- 30 Apr 2020 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY386063
- 4 Mar 2020 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR382851

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR382851&idx=6
  25th March 2020 - Amendment
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR382851&idx=2
  6th March 2020 - European Single Procurement Document
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR382851&idx=5
  6th March 2020 - European Single Procurement Document
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR382851&idx=3
  6th March 2020 - Bank Mandate Reference
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR382851&idx=4
  6th March 2020 - Tender Submission Checklist
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR382851&idx=1
  6th March 2020 - Invitation to Tender
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR382851
  Grounds Maintenance Contract - Grasscutting Services for various locations
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY386063
  Grounds Maintenance Contract - Grasscutting Services for various locations

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- http://www.shetland.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000605840

## Provenance

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