The Authority is seeking a contractor to carry out grounds maintenance across newly acquired public open spaces in Brockworth and Hucclecote (Coopers Edge). The land consists mainly of grassed areas with hedges, trees, shrub borders and public pathways. The contractor will be responsible for maintaining these areas to a high and consistent standard, ensuring they remain safe, tidy and visually appealing for the community. (These are ground maintenance works only)
The service includes regular grass cutting during the growing season, winter hedge and shrub maintenance, basic tree care, and hand‑weeding throughout the year. No herbicides or pesticides are permitted. The contractor must operate safely in a publicly accessible environment, manage waste responsibly, and keep clear records with photographic evidence of each visit.
The contract period will be two years, with the option to extend for a further two years and is anticipated to commence in spring 2026.
The Employer requires:
• Dismantling and safe off-site disposal of the existing footbridge
• Design and construction of a new metal footbridge, suitable for foot and cycle traffic
• Installation of a temporary bridge to maintain uninterrupted access during works
• Compliance with details set out in Preliminaries, Pricing Schedule, Health & Safety Plan, Site Plan, Structural Report.
Key Dates
Proposed project Start Date: June 2026
Completion Deadline: September 2026
Tewkesbury Borough Council invites tenders to establish a Framework Agreement for the maintenance of public play spaces across the Borough of Tewkesbury. The Framework will cover up to 41 play spaces, including play areas, outdoor gyms, multi‑use games areas, skate parks, and artificial pitch areas that are owned by the Council, leased, or maintained on behalf of Parish Councils. These sites are permanently open to the public and are primarily located within Gloucestershire. The scope of services includes regular and reactive maintenance works as instructed by the Council, with the ability to source manufacturer‑approved parts and carry out timely repairs or replacements. The list of sites included within the Framework is indicative and subject to change.
The Framework will appoint between one and three Contractors, ranked following tender evaluation, with works allocated on a rotational basis where multiple Contractors are appointed. Maintenance instructions will be driven by the Council’s inspection and risk‑assessment regime, with works prioritised from High Immediate (unacceptable) risks requiring same‑day action through to Very Low risk items. The objective of the procurement is to ensure public safety and compliance with statutory obligations, including health and safety and occupiers’ liability legislation. The Framework will commence on 8 June 2026 for an initial term of three years, with an option to extend for up to two additional years subject to the Council’s discretion and a CPI‑based price adjustment.