Landscape and External Works Framework 2023-2027 - AWARD

Description

Hampshire County Council invites applications from suitably experienced organisations who wish to be considered for selection to tender for the Landscape & External Works Framework 2023.
      
      A multi-lot Framework Agreement to provide an effective procurement route for the maintenance, management and development of all of Hampshire's green and outdoor spaces, for the immediate and long term benefit of Hampshire residents, and its visitors. 
      
      The Framework will commence on 1st March 2024 and will be for a period of four years.
      
      Interested parties should register their interest in the project via the In-Tend website https://in-tendhost.co.uk/hampshire, and complete and submit the tender return document together with any supporting information requested by 14.00 hrs on Monday 4th December 2023.  
      
      How to obtain the Tender Documents
      The Tender documents can be accessed when logged into In-Tend by going to the tab 'Tenders' then 'Current Tenders' and selecting 'View Details' on the relevant tender advert and clicking the 'Express Interest' tab. Once in the tender there are five tabs - 'Tender', 'ITT - documents', 'Correspondence', 'Clarifications' and 'History'. Select the 2nd tab (ITT - documents) where you will find useful information under 'Tender Details' continue to scroll down to the heading 'Tender Documents Received' where you will be able to view / download the documents.
      
      Please download all the documents and read very carefully.
      
      The Framework has 6 lots:
      Lot 1 Small General Works
      Lot 2  Large General Works
      Lot 3 Bridges, Structures and Pathways
      Lot 4 Habitat and Recreation
      Lot 5 Agricultural Buildings
      Lot 6 Sports and Play Facilities
      
      Lot Status Submitting and Opting Out
      Please click on the 'No' button to opt out of the lot(s) you do not wish to apply for. Applicants can apply for as many lots as they wish, however if you apply for Lot 1 Small General Works, you can't apply for Lot 2 Large General Works and vice versa.
      
      Opting In and Opting Out
      Please note you are required to 'Opt In' before you can access the 'My tender Return' to start populating your response. 
      
      PLEASE NOTE you are required to 'Opt In' to view & complete the Questionnaires for this project. 
      
      The 'Opt Out' functionality will also be available throughout the duration of the tender process. Opting out will give you the option of declaring you no longer want to receive any further communication in relation to this tender along with the opportunity of providing comments and feedback for this decision.
      
      You can choose to 'Opt In' at any time during the tender process if you initially decided to 'Opt Out'.
      
      Further Guidance
      In addition, guidance on how to participate in a tender - download and upload documents / returns and if required, register your company (free of charge), can be found on the In-tend site under the 'Help' or 'Information for Suppliers' buttons.
      
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