Grounds Support Services

Royal Hospital ChelseacontractFind a TenderRef ocds-h6vhtk-05fa83Procurement Act 2023SME suitableclosed for bids
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Published

19 Dec 2025

Deadline 09 Feb 2026

Description

Please note that this advert will be closed on 19th January 2026. No further expressions of interest will be accepted after this date. 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. The RHC require a professional experienced horticultural contractor with experienced operational staff and own equipment to support its Grounds maintenance team and gardening operations. 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.

Scope

Reference
RHC-18
Total value
£225,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Commercial tool
Standalone contract
Contract dates
24 Feb 2026 to 23 Feb 2029
Main category
services
CPV classifications
77300000
Contract locations
London, United Kingdom
Particular suitability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)

Award criteria

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Participation

Conditions suppliers must meet to bid.

Please note that this advert will be closed on 19th January 2026. No further expressions of interest will be accepted after this date. Must have "Find a tender" Registration Number in order for the issue of the ITT document. The ITT will not be issued without this.

Submission & procedure

Submission deadline
09 Feb 2026, 10:00 am
Submission address
Please email jonathan.clarke@chelsea-pensioners.org.uk to request the invitation to tender document. Must have "Find a tender" Registration Number in order for the issue of the ITT document. The ITT will not be issued without this. www.chelsea-pensioners.org.uk (Not to be used for submission)
Electronic submission
Yes
Procedure
Open procedure