Stowe Valley Multi Academy Trust - Grounds Maintenance Tender

Founded in 2017 our Trust consists of nine primary schools, four secondary schools and one all through school. Our schools are a mixture of Good and Outstanding schools who together make up the Stowe Valley family. We currently employ 1000 staff and educate over 8000 children across our schools throughout Warwickshire and Northamptonshire.
Further information regarding the Trust can be obtained here: https://www.stowevalleymat.com/
Tender information:
The successful tenderer will be required to provide grounds maintenance services at the 14 schools within Stowe Valley Multi Academy Trust. Please note this is a growing Trust and any schools that may join the Trust within this contract period may join this grounds maintenance contract, at the client’s discretion.
The contract term being tendered is for three years, 01/03/2027 to 28/02/2030. There is an option for a further extension period for up to two further years to 29/02/2032.
The contract shall be fixed price with the contractor invoicing the client via a single invoice with each school listed, quarterly.
This tender project is seeking to appoint an experienced supplier to maintain and enhance the appearance of the grounds and general campuses at Stowe Valley Trust.
The scope of the contract and specification will include but not be limited to:
•Lawn Maintenance & Grass Cutting – Regular mowing of lawns, sports fields, and playgrounds to maintain a neat and safe environment.
•Hedge, Shrub & Tree Maintenance – Pruning, shaping, and general maintenance of boundary hedges, shrubs, and trees to prevent basil growth and canopy droop overgrowth and ensure site safety.
•Cleaning, clearing and treatment of hardstanding areas.
•Weed/Moss control - Control of weeds in all maintained areas and treatment for the prevention of moss growth and removal of build up as necessary.
•Sports Field & Playground Maintenance – Marking and maintaining sports pitches, ensuring surfaces remain safe and well-kept for PE and recreational...