Scope
Description
The contract is to maintain approximately 105 km of public rights of way (PROW) from April to September annually. This includes:
• 40 km cut twice
• 45 km cut once
• 20 km for additional cuts as needed
Total value (estimated)
- £130,000 excluding VAT
- £156,000 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2030
- Possible extension to 31 March 2033
- 7 years
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 77310000 - Planting and maintenance services of green areas
Contract locations
- UK - United Kingdom
Engagement
Engagement deadline
9 September 2025
Engagement process description
Market engagement questionnaire published on OPEN portal (https://www.open-uk.org/). This can be found using project number OPEN20251504.
Participation
Particular suitability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Contracting authority
Gateshead Borough Council
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PPGY-1151-NJQN
Civic Centre, Regent Terrace
Gateshead
NE8 1HH
United Kingdom
Email: procurement@gateshead.gov.uk
Region: UKC22 - Tyneside
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government