Open Spaces Maintenance Contract

This Invitation to Tender has been prepared by Haddenham Parish Council for the purpose of inviting proposals for the provision of grounds maintenance of the Parish Council's land and open spaces and devolved services.

The contract term will be for a period of two years, commencing on the 19th May 2021 and expiring on the 31st March 2023. At the discretion of the Council the Contract may be extended for a further year.

Haddenham is an ancient village with links back to the Doomsday. It has developed over the years and encompasses conservation areas, a nature reserve and many amenities including sports pitches, play areas and village greens. In recent years, Haddenham was designated a strategic settlement area and there is a currently a significant expansion of residential homes. This in turn is providing the Council with additional facilities and responsibilities which will add further areas to be maintained and will be incorporated in this contract with due notice.

The Council also elected to take on devolved services from the principal authority (Buckinghamshire Council) to undertake the maintenance of verges, footpaths and hedges within the Parish.

Detailed information on the contract can be found at:

http://www.haddenham-bucks-pc.gov.uk/Contracts_38311.aspx

Two days have been set aside to

Any questions relating to this tender must be raised in writing no later than 12:00 on 22nd April 2021. Questions should be addressed to the Clerk, Mrs Sue Gilbert by e-mail

It is important to the Council that you familiarise yourself with the topography of the Parish prior to the Tender submission.

The Council has allocated dates for site visits with an officer of the Council on Friday 27th March and Wednesday 7th April. Appointments can be booked via the Clerk.

Contact Sue Gilbert, Clerk to the Council

clerk@haddenham-bucks-pc.gov.uk (email preferred due to remote working at present)

01844 292411

Tender documents may be submitted attached to an email with the subject title Opens Spaces Contract Tender, or in a sealed envelope delivered to the Parish Council Office, Banks Park, Banks Road, Haddenham Bucks HP17 8EE. Deadline 12:00 23rd April 2021.