TC677 - Etihad Campus Grounds Maintenance Contract

The Etihad Campus and associated areas are continually maintained to a high standard, the core part of this contract is to maintain and improve the visual attractiveness of the four areas of the campus.

A high standard includes the consistent upkeep of all grassed areas, including verges, bedding displays, gardens and horticultural features, herbaceous borders, shrubbery, hedges, and trees, and includes an annual weed treatment program across all four areas.

Maintaining these standards will ensure a pleasant environment for stakeholders and visitors alike, ensuring a pleasant, safe, clean, green campus. The grounds maintenance contract is proactively managed around all major events, including football matches.

Grass cutting & maintenance of grassed areas

The following grass measurements may be used as a guide:

The measurement of grassed areas across the Etihad Campus site including the tennis centre and athletics arena is 41,095 M2.

The National Cycling Centre grassed area is 13,256 M2.

The measurement of grassed areas across the Beswick Hub is 17,432 M2

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Please note:Potential contractors are strongly advised to attend an open day and campus tour, tours will take place at 10.00 am on Tuesday 10th or Tuesday 17th August (you only need to attend on one of these dates and a maximum of three people per company will be allowed to attend).

These tours are to make sure that contractors have a clear understanding of the requirements for the campus before they submit their tender. Further visits to the campus can be arranged, only by appointment.

Please note that any questions relating to the contract should be submitted via CHEST after the visit.

Can bidders please advise via the Chest Portal on messages which would be they preferred date and procurement will confirm availability.