Grounds Maintenance Framework - PMEN

Fusion21 is currently preparing for the renewal of the Grounds Maintenance Framework.

The framework will cover the provision of grounds maintenance and associated services for participating contracting authorities the United Kingdom, in accordance with the objectives and requirement of the Procurement Act 2023 (PA23).

The scope includes but is not limited to:

• Routine and reactive grass cutting, lawncare, and turf management.

• Maintenance of hedges, shrubs, flowerbeds, and seasonal planting.

• Weed control, including the use of approved herbicides and environmentally sustainable alternatives.

• Tree Maintenance, pruning and arboriculture works.

• Litter picking, leaf clearance, and general grounds tidiness.

• Winter services, such as gritting and snow clearance (where applicable).

• Associated inspections, reporting and compliance with relevant health and safety and environmental standards.

The framework aims to provide compliant, flexible, and a value for money route for contracting authorities to procure grounds maintenance services. It will support both national and regional coverage, with opportunities for SME’s to participate. Successful suppliers will be required to demonstrate:

• Relevant experience and technical capability in grounds maintenance.

• Working to applicable ISO standards (e.g., ISO 9001, 14001) or equivalent quality systems.

• A commitment to sustainability, biodiversity, and social value outcomes in line with the public benefit requirements of Procurement Act 2023.

The framework will be established for a period of 4 years.