Purpose

The current Grounds Maintenance & Arboriculture Services contract due to expire on 31 March 2024.

Decision

To enter into a contract with a supplier starting 1 April 2024 to deliver the following service:

Grounds Maintenance & Arboriculture Services

This service is delivered to schools, academies and corporate sites across East Sussex.

Alternative options considered

A thorough procurement process was carried out and the selected supplier was chosen based on the Most Economically Advantageous Tender (MEAT) approach. This combines qualitative and cost elements to identify the best offer and service provider.