Grass Cutting Contract 2026-2029 Chartham Parish Council

Award Criteria

Chartham Parish Council will evaluate the bids in accordance with its financial regulations. The evaluation will take in to account: - Compliance with the specification - Price (value for money, not necessarily the lowest bid) - Experience and capability of the contractor - References and past performance - Insurance and health & safety compliance

Description

Chartham Parish Council invites tenders for grass cutting and grounds maintenance across sites within the parish. The work includes: - Cutting grass to a height agreed with the Parish Clerk. - Strimming around play equipment, outdoor furniture, trees, bushes, fences, hedges, and other authorised fixtures. - Removal of grass from play safety surfaces and footpaths. - Selective weed control may be required by separate negotiation. Sites and Contracts: Sites are shown in the associated tender documents and are grouped into three contracts: - Public Areas in the village centre (including verges) - Land in St Augustine's - Chartham Cemetery Contractors may tender for all or any of the contracts. Site visits are recommended; no claims will be accepted for failure to do so. Standards and Duration: Workmanship must meet all relevant British Standards and Codes of Practice. Additional fixtures may be added during the contract period; rates remain fixed. Contract duration: 2-3 years, final decision by the Council. Tenders priced annually. Closing Date: Friday 30th January 2026 at 17:00.

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