Buyer Name: Royal Hospital Chelsea
Buyer Address: Royal Hospital Road, London, UKI33, SW3 4SR, United Kingdom
Contact Name: Jonathan Clarke
Contact Email: jonathan.clarke@chelsea-pensioners.org.uk
Contact Telephone: 02078815436
Buyer Name: Royal Hospital Chelsea
Buyer Address: Royal Hospital Road, London, UKI33, SW3 4SR, United Kingdom
Contact Name: Jonathan Clarke
Contact Email: jonathan.clarke@chelsea-pensioners.org.uk
Contact Telephone: 02078815436
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.
No linked documents found for this notice.
External Link: https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/084971-2025
Link Description: Tender notice on Find a Tender
Lot 1 Status: active
Lot 1 Value (Gross): GBP 225,000
Lot 1 Contract Start: 2026-02-24T00:00:00Z
Lot 1 Contract End: 2029-02-23T23:59:59Z
Lot 1 SME Suitable: Yes
Lot 1 Award Criterion (price): Price
Lot 1 Award Criterion (quality): Quality
Document Description: Not published
Document Description: Tender notice on Find a Tender
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