Grounds Maintenance Contract 2027-2030

Markfield Parish Council is seeking experienced contractors for the provision of grounds maintenance services across the parish of Markfield, Leicestershire. The scope of work includes the maintenance of Council grounds, open spaces, and recreational areas, as defined by the Grounds Maintenance Specification, Schedule of Works, and site maps. The contract is scheduled to run from 1 April 2027 to 31 March 2030, with an option for the Council to extend the term for up to two additional 12-month periods. The estimated total value of the contract is 105,500 GBP excluding VAT, or 126,600 GBP including VAT. Tenders will be evaluated based on a weighting of 60% price and 40% quality, subject to mandatory compliance requirements. Applicants must provide evidence of public liability insurance of at least 10 million GBP, appropriate health and safety arrangements including risk assessments and method statements, valid waste carrier registration where required, and relevant training and qualifications. The solicitation is noted as particularly suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises and voluntary, community, and social enterprises. Completed tenders must be submitted by post or hand delivery in a sealed envelope marked Private and Confidential - Grounds Maintenance Tender 2027-2030 to the Parish Clerk at 100 Main Street, Markfield, Leicestershire, LE67 9UU. The submission deadline is 12:00 pm on Friday, 18 December 2026. Electronic submissions will not be accepted.