Tender of the week: Transport for Greater Manchester seeks landscaper

Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM) wants to establish a new contract for a single supplier to provide landscaping requirements across its estate.

Manchester St roundabout - credit: Flickr/Jeremy Sutcliffe (CC by 2.0)

TfGM oversees facilities management at 60 sites throughout the 10 councils of Greater Manchester. Its portfolio encompasses 22 bus stations, one railway station, 14 railway car parks, two logistics facilities and warehouses, the Leigh Guided Busway (LEGB), as well as multiple roundabouts.

Works shall include, but are not limited to, grass cutting, shrub and hedge maintenance, weed control, hard‑surface cleansing, litter removal, arboriculture tasks, seasonal planting, and general landscape upkeep.

All services must be delivered in compliance with relevant legislation, industry best practice, and agreed performance standards.

This is a 3+1+1 year contract, leading to a potential five years contract duration.

Total value is £978,000 including VAT for 3 July 2026 to 2 July 2029 with a possible extension to 2 July 2031.

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