Estimated Value
Not specified
Deadline
Not specified
Published
4 May 2026
Type
services
Overview
HES is looking for a supplier to provide grounds maintenance services for sites on the Isle of Bute.
AI Analysis
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Historic Environment Scotland (HES) needs a grounds maintenance contractor to look after their properties on the Isle of Bute. This covers regular upkeep like grass cutting, hedge trimming, leaf clearing, and general site tidiness at their historic sites.
Requirements
- No specific requirements listed in the notice — check the full tender documents.
- Likely requirement: ability to travel to and work on the Isle of Bute regularly
- Likely requirement: insurance and public liability coverage
- Likely requirement: experience with grounds maintenance at heritage or historic sites
Key Tasks & Deliverables
- Regular grass cutting and lawn maintenance at multiple HES sites on Isle of Bute
- Hedge and shrub trimming and maintenance
- Leaf and debris clearing from grounds
- General site tidiness and upkeep work
- Seasonal maintenance tasks (e.g. spring and autumn work)
- Possibly pathways and hardstanding maintenance
How to Read This Tender
- 1Look for the 'Specification' or 'Statement of Requirements' section in the full tender documents — this will list exactly which sites need work and how often.
- 2Check the 'Contract Terms' section carefully for contract length (is it 1 year, 3 years, longer?) and when work must start.
- 3The 'Evaluation Criteria' section will show how HES will score bids — price alone rarely wins; they may weight quality, experience, or local knowledge heavily.
- 4Isle of Bute location is important — check if you need to be based there, or if travel costs are covered in your quote.
- 5Historic sites often have special restrictions (no heavy machinery, heritage-sensitive areas) — the spec will detail these.
Tips for Small Businesses
- If you're based on the mainland, factor in ferry costs and travel time — or explore whether partnering with a local Isle of Bute contractor via subcontracting makes sense.
- HES values heritage knowledge — if you've maintained historic gardens or listed properties before, highlight this strongly in your bid; it may score higher than price.
- Social value is often scored in public sector contracts — mention any local employment, environmental practices (e.g. wildlife-friendly cutting methods), or community benefits you can offer.
Award Details
Priory Bridge Landscaping
Likely incumbents
Suppliers who won similar work from this buyer in the last 5 years.
- 1
Nurture Landscapes Ltd
4 contracts wonlatest 17 Jun 2026 - 2
GMCB Ltd
1 contract wonlatest 7 May 2026 - 3
CM Landscaping & Garden Care Ltd
1 contract wonlatest 7 May 2026
Nurture Landscapes Ltd is the most likely incumbent based on recency and category match. To win, bidders typically need a clearly differentiated proposition or a price advantage.
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Historic Environment ScotlandKey Dates
Published
4 May 2026
Submission deadline
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Notice type
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