--- title: "Grounds Maintenance Services 2022-2026" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000675737" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000675737" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000675737.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000675737.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "ORKNEY ISLANDS COUNCIL" published: "2022-05-31" --- # Grounds Maintenance Services 2022-2026 Buyer: ORKNEY ISLANDS COUNCIL Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000675737 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000675737) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000675737.json) ## Summary The procurement process involves the Orkney Islands Council, which is seeking to engage a contractor for "Grounds Maintenance Services 2022-2026." This tender falls within the services category, specifically focusing on maintenance for the Orkney mainland and its linked isles. The current stage of procurement is "Award," with the contract effective from April 1, 2022, to March 31, 2026. The procurement method used for this contract was an open procedure, and bids were accepted until January 14, 2022. The total contract value is approximately £1,224,349.40. This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in landscaping, horticulture, and maintenance services, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with relevant expertise. Companies that can demonstrate quality workmanship, competitive pricing, and have experience in public sector contracts will be well-positioned to compete. Given the long-term nature of the contract, there is a potential for stable revenue and community engagement in the Orkney region. ## Notice Provision of Grounds Maintenance Services for period 1 April 2022 to 31 March 2026 ### Lot Information Lot 1 To provide grounds maintenance services across the Orkney mainland, linked south isles and Hoy. This will include grass cutting, strimming, weed control, maintenance of planting including shrubs and small trees. Note this will be a term service contract for the four year period from 1 April 2022 until 31 March 2026, with an option to extend for one further year subject to meeting the performance criteria defined in the contract. Renewal: Employer has option to extend for one additional 12 month period subject to meeting the performance criteria defined in the contract ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY450033 | | 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 | SME | | All stages | Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 31 May 2022 | | Submission deadline | 14 Jan 2022 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 11 Feb 2022 | | Contract period | 1 Apr 2022 - 31 Mar 2026 | | Recurrence | 2025/2026 | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £1,200,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | £1,224,349 | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Complete | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Active | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | ORKNEY ISLANDS COUNCIL | | Locality | KIRKWALL | | Post town | Kirkwall | | Postcode | KW15 1NY | | Country | Scotland | | ITL 1 | TLM Scotland | | ITL 2 | TLM2 Highlands and Islands | | ITL 3 | TLM20 Highlands and Islands | | Local authority | Orkney Islands | | Electoral ward | Kirkwall East | | Westminster constituency | Orkney and Shetland | | Delivery location | TLM65 Orkney Islands | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 1 | | Supplier names | GOLDER(ORKNEY | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 77 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services ### Codes - 77314000 - Grounds maintenance services ## Release History - 31 May 2022 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY450033 - 3 Dec 2021 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC434721 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=DEC434721&idx=6 3rd December 2021 - Contract Document Vol.2 - Drawings - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=DEC434721&idx=7 3rd December 2021 - Contract Document Vol.2 - Drawings - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=DEC434721&idx=8 3rd December 2021 - Contract Document Vol.2 - Drawings - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=DEC434721&idx=1 3rd December 2021 - Contract Document Vol.1 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=DEC434721&idx=2 3rd December 2021 - Price List (excel format) - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=DEC434721&idx=3 3rd December 2021 - Contract Document Vol.2 - Drawings - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=DEC434721&idx=4 3rd December 2021 - Contract Document Vol.2 - Drawings - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=DEC434721&idx=5 3rd December 2021 - Contract Document Vol.2 - Drawings - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC434721 Grounds Maintenance Services 2022-2026 - Provision of Grounds Maintenance Services for period 1 April 2022 to 31 March 2026 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY450033 Grounds Maintenance Services 2022-2026 - Provision of Grounds Maintenance Services for period 1 April 2022 to 31 March 2026 ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://www.orkney.gov.uk - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000675737 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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