PS/25/145 - Rural Grass Cutting and Urban & Rural Herbicide Application including Litter Picking

Location

East Ayrshire. However some ad-hoc services may also be required in South Ayrshire.

Description

The Contract requires the successful tenderer to carry out rural grass cutting, urban and rural herbicide application and litter picking, as set out in the Contract Document, throughout the East Ayrshire Council Area. The successful Contractor will also be requested to carry out additional ad-hoc work in the form of scrub clearance, minor tree felling and the cutting of areas of grass. This work will be required throughout the Ayrshire Roads Alliance in both East Ayrshire and South Ayrshire Council areas.

Renewal Options

The contract is for an initial period of 12 months, with the option to extend for a further period of 12 months at the sole discretion of East Ayrshire Council. The contract allows for any associated services to be undertaken for the duration of the contract at the agreed rates.

Award Criteria

CPV Codes

• 77314000 - Grounds maintenance services
• 45233229 - Verge maintenance work
• 90511300 - Litter collection services
• 77314100 - Grassing services
• 77342000 - Hedge trimming

Indicators

• Bids should cover the whole contract.
• Options are available.
• Renewals are available.
• Financial restrictions apply.
• Performance considerations apply.
• Professional qualifications are sought.
• Staff qualifications are relevant.
• Award on basis of price.

Other Information

The buyer is using PCS-Tender to conduct this ITT exercise. The Project code is 31028. For more information see: http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2343 Community benefits are included in this requirement. For more information see: https://www.gov.scot/policies/public-sector-procurement/community-benefits-in-pr... A summary of the expected community benefits has been provided as follows: This tender process will follow the Mandatory Route and Community Benefits are included as scored criteria. (SC Ref:822058)