Scope
Reference
FD2026-31
Description
Workington Town Council is seeking a forward thinking, qualified company with green credentials to manage the floral displays that include baskets, mangers and planters in the centre of Workington. The floral displays will be managed in accordance with sustainable horticultural practices that support biodiversity and are climate positive whilst maintaining a high-quality appeal.
Through the coordination of nature-friendly displays and planting schemes and peat free practices, the focus will be on the development of sustainable planting and In-Bloom activities, which have the potential to make a significant contribution to the Council's climate objectives and increase biodiversity throughout the town.
Workington Town Centre has a tradition of high quality floral and hanging basket displays. The contractor will be expected to work closely with Officers from the Town Council to achieve the high standards required.
Quantity Description Location
97 Troughs/Mangers Washington Street & Argos Crossing
12 Troughs/Mangers Quayside
24 18" Baskets Washington Square Shopping Centre
57 18" Baskets Murray Road & Finkle Street
4 18" Baskets End of Murray Road & Basket Trees
4 18" Baskets Workington Railway station
7 18" Baskets Harrington Bridge
7 18" Baskets Town Hall, Oxford Street
2 18" Baskets Princess Street Offices
4 Planters Murray Road opposite library
Budget: Approximately £26,000 - £28,000 a year.
Total value (estimated)
- £196,000 excluding VAT
- £235,200 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2031
- Possible extension to 31 March 2033
- 7 years
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 77330000 - Floral-display services
Contract locations
- UKC - North East (England)
- UKD - North West (England)
- UKE - Yorkshire and the Humber
- UKF - East Midlands (England)
- UKG - West Midlands (England)
- UKH - East of England
- UKI - London
- UKJ - South East (England)
- UKK - South West (England)
Engagement
Engagement deadline
31 October 2025
Engagement process description
Suppliers can make contact with the Council to clarify information on the tender document up to the date of submission
Participation
Particular suitability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Procedure
Special regime
Concession
Contracting authority
Workington Town Council
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PYQR-1381-YHGX
The Town Hall, Oxford Street
WORKINGTON
CA14 2RS
United Kingdom
Contact name: Emma Chapman
Telephone: +441900702986
Email: office@workingtontowncouncil.gov.uk
Website: https://www.example.com
Region: UKD11 - West Cumbria
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government