Grass Cutting Contract 2026-28 Middleton Cheney Parish Council

Descriptions

Scope

The contract is for the seasonal cutting, trimming, cleaning and ancillary maintenance of grass, verges and related amenity areas across Middleton Cheney parish. The work includes strimming, blowing, weed control, shrub and edge maintenance, sweeping or blowing of cuttings from footpaths, seating, play surfaces and adjacent fixtures. It also covers maintenance around headstones, trees, fences, hedges, and trimming or weed control of paths, as well as occasional ad hoc works such as footpath maintenance and weed spraying. The number of cuts may be varied seasonally in consultation with the Parish Council.

Locations

Key locations include: the cemetery , Stanwell Park and Astrop play area, Village Main Green, smaller greens on Main Road, The Washle, Stanwell, and local roadside verges.

Term

From 1 March 2026 to 31 October 2028 (approx. 2 years and 8 months)

Estimated contract value

Approx. £75,000 excluding VAT

CPV code

Main CPV code: 77314000 - Grounds maintenance services

Award criteria

Bids will be assessed on a mix of price, quality / ability to perform, and compliance (insurance, health & safety, statutory requirements).

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Additional services

The Council reserves the right to vary quantities or engage the Contractor for related grounds-maintenance tasks not specifically covered in the schedule (e.g. alleyway maintenance).