Published date: 22 November 2019
Closed early engagement
Contract summary
Industry
Weed-clearance services - 77312000
Location of contract
South West
Procurement reference
CBC0281P
Published date
22 November 2019
Closing date
6 December 2019
Contract is suitable for SMEs?
Yes
Contract is suitable for VCSEs?
Yes
Description
Ubico Ltd is reviewing the use of Glyphosate for the control of weed growth, and is seeking to understand alternative options available in the market which would be more environmentally considerate.
The aim is to ensure any future procurement considers the range of options available, the impact of each on the environment, efficiencies and value for money.
The treatment options suggested are to be suitable for rural and urban locations, to include parks, streets and busy public areas. The treatments are to be suitable for different surfaces such as; kerb edges, highways, streets and pavements ranging from solid tarmac to paving slabs and similar.
The types of weeds requiring treatment are annual weeds and persistent weed growth (mares tail and moss growth)
Ubico are keen to learn the following from this market engagement exercise;
• What are the options available for weed removal?
• What are the environmental implications for each weed control option?
• What are the application methods required for each alternative, the time taken to complete and the frequency of application?
• Details on the success of the methods when trialled?
• Indicative pricing
Interested parties are requested to respond to this notice and may be invited to attend workshops for discussions around these requirements.
About the buyer
Contact name
Lauren Gardiner
Address
Council Offices, Trinity Road
CIRENCESTER
GL71PX
England
Telephone
01285 623295
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