Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13c10-f724-714b-b951-995ecaa86371/grounds-and-gardens-maintenance-services awarded GB restricted procedure Suitable for SMEs # Grounds and Gardens Maintenance Services [University of Chester](https://tendernation.io/buyers/university-of-chester) Estimated value £90,000 to £270,000 Published 19 Dec 2016 Deadline Closed 16 Jan 2017 ## Who can bid - Buyer says suitable for SMEs The buyer ticked “suitable for SMEs” on the notice. Anyone can still bid. [More contracts for small businesses and VCSEs](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/for-small-businesses) ## About this tender University of Chester is seeking to appoint one or more Contractor(s) to provide grounds and gardens maintenance services for various University sites. This opportunity is split into 3 lots reflecting the different requirements or locations of the sites, as detailed within the procurement documents:- - Lot 1 Thornton Science Park - Lot 2 Queen's Park Campus - Lot 3 Kingsway Buildings, Blacon Sports Pitch, Glenesk Field The contract is initially for a period of 3 years, with the option to extend for up to one period of 12 months subject to satisfactory performance. University of Chester may appoint one or more contractors to service one or more lots, whilst reserving the right not to award for any of the lots. Tenderers may tender for just one lot, a number of lots or all lots. Additional Information: 1: Envisaged minimum number of candidates is 5 across total 3 lots. 2: CPV codes reflect requirements across total 3 lots. 3: Project value estimated at GBP90,000.00 per annum, across total 3 lots; GBP270,000 for initial 3 year term, excluding potential extension options. No guarantee can therefore be given regarding the volume of business placed with any appointed contractor/s. This opportunity has also been submitted for publication in the Official Journal of the European Union. Dates and values provided are estimated and are therefore subject to change, (excluding any potential extension options). The minimum value given is approximated should only one of the three potential lots be awarded for a term of 3 years. For further information and to download the tender documents, all applicants must register on the "In-Tend" e-tendering portal: [in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofchester](http://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofchester). Stage 1 - prequalification documents must be completed and returned, via In-Tend, by 12 noon, Monday 16th January 2017. Additional information: Please note that where you may have previously registered with In-Tend, it will be necessary for you to ensure that your registration does include being registered to see opportunities for University of Chester. Registration to this site is free for suppliers. There is also Help/Guidance on how to use the supplier site on the 'Help' section of the site: [in-tendhost.co.uk](https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofchester/aspx/HelpOverview) Read full description ## CPV classification Landscaping work for sports grounds and recreational areas Source Contracts Finder (UK) [View official notice](https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/notice/73b863dd-adca-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b) Never miss a tender like this again Get AI summaries, deadline alerts and a bid pipeline for tenders matched to your business. Free to start. 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