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National procurement specialist, Fusion21, has announced the renewal of its national Grounds Maintenance Framework, and is now inviting bids from interested suppliers providing regional or national coverage.
Fusion 21 is seeking competent firms operating in the public sector, including SMEs, to support its members in delivering grounds maintenance services across outdoor spaces of any scale, from green spaces and communal areas to external sports surfaces and play areas.
Offered as a single lot and now in its fourth iteration, the framework, worth up to £85 million over a four-year term, is suitable for all Fusion21 members, including housing providers, local authorities, education, blue light and the NHS.
From routine upkeep to seasonal tasks, it covers hard and soft landscaping services, such as arboricultural work, hedges and shrubs, cleaning and waste management.
Peter Francis, Group Executive Director (Operations) at Fusion21, said: “Set to launch in June 2026, our renewed Grounds Maintenance Framework makes it easier for members to maintain and improve outdoor spaces while delivering social value you can see.
“The framework is fully compliant with the Procurement Act 2023, and members accessing this offer will benefit from value for money and a fast route to market with flexible call-off options – including the ability to direct award.”
Tender applications are welcome from suppliers that meet the criteria set out in the tender documentation. To find out more and apply, click here and click on ‘Current opportunities’.
The submission deadline is Wednesday 4 March 2026 at 12 noon.
According to the 2026 UK Facilities Management Market Research Report by askporter, facilities management professionals want clear, verifiable evidence of work being delivered, with teams that can communicate progress in real time. This requires technology that is affordable, intuitive, and quick to adopt.
Yet the report found that:
Over three quarters of FM professionals (76 per cent) experience operational inefficiencies caused by siloed software which results in a lack of real-time visibility.
Communications challenges lead to maintenance issues, with 73 per cent of teams being forced into reactive problem-solving on a weekly basis.
A worrying level of compliance gaps, with 44 per cent of admitting that half or less of their compliance tasks are tracked and automated within their systems.
Closing this gap requires the establishment of transparent and consistent communications using affordable software that gives FM teams the ability to track, evidence and improve their services.
This webinar provides a valuable overview of the main findings of the report by askporter followed by a panel discussion by FM thought leaders on practical, strategic solutions that can help close this communications gap.
To register for the webinar taking place 29 January 2026 at 11:00am click here.
