Published date: 8 November 2023

This notice was replaced on 27 February 2024

This notice does not contain the most up-to-date information about this procurement. The most recent notice is:

Awarded contract (published 27 February 2024)

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Contract summary

Industry

  • Horticultural services - 77300000

Location of contract

SW3 4SR

Value of contract

£40,000

Procurement reference

RHC - 18

Published date

8 November 2023

Closing date

28 November 2023

Closing time

7am

Contract start date

2 January 2024

Contract end date

1 January 2025

Contract type

Service contract

Procedure type

Open procedure (above threshold)

Any interested supplier may submit a tender in response to an opportunity notice.

This procedure can be used for procurements above the relevant contract value threshold.

Contract is suitable for SMEs?

Yes

Contract is suitable for VCSEs?

No

Description

• Introduction

The Royal Hospital Chelsea (RHC) is a 66-acre historic institution providing sheltered accommodation and care for some 300 retired soldiers, known as In-Pensioners. It ensures Army veterans are provided with the support and comradeship they need in recognition of their service to the Nation and safeguards their historic home, their grounds, and their gardens for the veterans of tomorrow.

All roles within the RHC have an integral part to play in contributing to the achievement of the Hospital's Strategy and Vision.

The RHC Values are to; Nurture belonging, respect individuals, encourage pride & enjoy life.

• Requirement

The RHC require a professional experienced horticultural contractor with experienced operational staff and own equipment to support its Grounds maintenance team and gardening operations.

Quotes are to be presented based on an hourly rate per person to cover up to 100hrs per week. e.g. X 2 full time team members, and X 1 part time team member on a call off basis as required


• Key Responsibilities

To maintain an excellent level of presentation within the grounds and gardens of the RHC at as high a standard as possible that befits an institution of national and international importance.

Supporting reasonable managerial requests.

Supporting horticultural requirements of the RHC Major Events program including but not limited to the RHS Chelsea Flower Show.

Responsible for own Health & Safety and of those affected by contractor's acts or omissions.


• Day to day tasks

Primarily: Seasonal Mowing, scarifying, strimming, weed spraying, hedge cutting & leaf blowing.

Secondarily: Any other reasonable horticultural support as directed by Head of Grounds and Gardens.

• Reporting Structure

Reporting to Head of Grounds and Gardens


• Mechanical Equipment requirements

Ride-on mowers, pedestrian mowers, scarifiers, back-pack and/or boom sprayers, strimmers, leaf-blowers, tractor & trailer as required to complete allocated tasks


• Skills, Knowledge and Experience

Proficient in use of: Ride-on mowers, pedestrian mowers, strimmers, leaf-blowers, back-pack and/or boom sprayers, scarifiers, tractor & trailer.

DBS check
Drivers licence
PA1/PA6 or equivalent


• Working Days/Hours

Monday to Friday 08.00- 16.15

Scope for flexible working building up to Major Events/ Founders Day
Averaging 100 hours per week

More information

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Please follow all instructions contained in the Invitation to tender document to bid for this service.

Note: The value listed on the advert is only an estimate from market research and is not an indication of available budgets. Please submit bids based on the requirement and all will be considered fairly and in line with the criteria set out in the Invitation to tender.

About the buyer

Contact name

David Williams

Address

Royal Hospital Road
LONDON
SW34SR
England

Telephone

02078815245

Email

david.williams@chelsea-pensioners.org.uk

Website

www.chelsea-pensioners.org.uk