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title: "Provision of Gardening Services at Temporary Accommodation"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000612331"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "NORTH AYRSHIRE COUNCIL"
published: "2020-08-05"
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# Provision of Gardening Services at Temporary Accommodation

Buyer: NORTH AYRSHIRE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000612331

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## Summary

North Ayrshire Council is seeking bids for the "Provision of Gardening Services at Temporary Accommodation" within the region of North Ayrshire. This public procurement process is currently at the Award stage, having recently signed a contract on 22nd July 2020, valued at £89,280. The service will involve maintenance across approximately 170 council properties, necessitating monthly visits for tasks such as grass cutting, strimming, and debris removal. The open procurement method highlighted the requirement for service providers to submit their bids electronically before the main tender deadlines.

This contract presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the gardening and grounds maintenance sector, particularly those with experience in public service contracts. Companies that can demonstrate compliance with health and safety regulations, hold necessary insurance, and possess the capability to manage similar projects will be well-positioned to compete. The contract not only addresses the specific needs of temporary accommodation but also emphasises community service, making it attractive for local SMEs focused on civic contributions.

## Notice

North Ayrshire Council Housing Services require the provision of Gardening Services, at approximately 170 council properties across mainland North Ayrshire. Properties require a minimum of 1 visit per month with intervals between of no more than 30 days. The works shall include, but not be limited to, initial grass cuts, strimming borders, applying weed-killer, and removal of all rubbish, debris and arisings.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The Council has a range of Temporary Accommodation across the constituency. Local citizens may be placed in temporary accommodation whilst awaiting a suitable property or during extensive repairs. The Council has a duty to ensure that these properties are kept in good condition for residents who may be placed in the property. A suitably experienced contractor is required to provide, maintenance services for garden areas within the units of accommodation along with other related services as detailed in this statement of requirements.

Renewal: 2 x extensions of 12 and 13 months dependant on budget approval and performance

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG391840 |
| Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Aug 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 28 Feb 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 22 Jul 2020 |
| Contract period | 1 Apr 2020 - 31 Mar 2021 |
| Recurrence | December 2022 |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £90,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £89,280 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NORTH AYRSHIRE COUNCIL |
| Locality | IRVINE |
| Post town | Kilmarnock |
| Postcode | KA12 8EE |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM9 Southern Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM93 North Ayrshire and East Ayrshire |
| Local authority | North Ayrshire |
| Electoral ward | Irvine South |
| Westminster constituency | Central Ayrshire |
| Delivery location | TLM93 North Ayrshire and East Ayrshire |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | COUNTRYWIDE GROUNDS MAINTENANCE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 77300000 - Horticultural services

## Release History

- 5 Aug 2020 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG391840
- 31 Jan 2020 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN379163

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN379163
  Gardening Services at Temporary Accommodation - North Ayrshire Council Housing Services require the provision of Gardening Services, at approximately 170 council properties across mainland North Ayrshire. Properties require a minimum of 1 visit per month with intervals between of no more than 30 days. The works shall include, but not be limited to, initial grass cuts, strimming borders, applying weed-killer, and removal of all rubbish, debris and arisings.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG391840
  Provision of Gardening Services at Temporary Accommodation - North Ayrshire Council Housing Services require the provision of Gardening Services, at approximately 170 council properties across mainland North Ayrshire. Properties require a minimum of 1 visit per month with intervals between of no more than 30 days. The works shall include, but not be limited to, initial grass cuts, strimming borders, applying weed-killer, and removal of all rubbish, debris and arisings.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.hse.gov.uk/pubns/hse40.pdf
- http://www.north-ayrshire.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000612331
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/web/login.html
- https://www.scotcourts.gov.uk/

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