Winter Maintenance: The Busiest Season for New Contracts

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By Emilia Seymour, Senior SEO Advisor at BWL Group

As we approach the colder months, the demand for winter grounds maintenance services increases. Companies across various sectors—from local authorities to private healthcare organisations—are seeking reliable partners to manage their gritting, tree pruning, snow clearance, and other winter maintenance tasks. At BWL Group, we specialise in helping these organisations secure vital grounds maintenance contracts through our expertise in bid writing and bid management.

BWL Group’s Experience in Grounds Maintenance

BWL Group has a long-standing history of success in the grounds maintenance industry. We have supported clients across the UK and Ireland in securing tender opportunities that ensure the upkeep and safety of both public and private spaces during the winter season. Our experience spans both public and private sectors, including local authorities and educational establishments.

We’ve developed a deep understanding of the specific needs in grounds maintenance, including:

• Winter maintenance such as gritting, salt spreading, and snow clearance.
• Arboriculture services like tree pruning and planting.
• Groundskeeping tasks including grass cutting, hedge trimming, and litter collection.
• Sustainable drainage systems (SuDS) for flood alleviation.
• Hard and soft landscaping projects, and even play area design and build

Our team’s approach has helped numerous companies streamline their tendering process, reduce workload, and significantly increase contract win rates.

A Recent Success Story: £13 Million in Secured Contracts

One of the key figures behind our success is Clare Abbott, Senior Bid Writer at BWL Group. Clare recently completed a nine-month secondment as a Bid Manager for a leading grounds maintenance and landscaping construction company. Her expertise and hands-on involvement were instrumental in securing over £13 million worth of contracts for the client and helping to improve their win rate for FY2024.

The projects Clare supported include:

• Winter maintenance contracts, focusing on gritting, snow clearance, and salt spreading.
• Grounds maintenance such as mowing, weed control, and litter picking.
• Arboriculture works, from tree planting to woodland creation.
• Hard and soft landscaping, such as public realm improvement works.
• Play area design and build projects for local authorities and heritage groups.
• Flood alleviation contracts using sustainable drainage systems.
• Electric vehicle charging infrastructure for green energy solutions.

This level of industry-specific knowledge allows us to understand the nuances of each tender opportunity, positioning our clients as ideal candidates for contracts that will ensure their success during the busiest times of the year.

Live Tenders for Winter Maintenance

As winter approaches, now is the time for companies to prepare for upcoming tender opportunities. BWL Group is actively working on several live tenders applicable to winter maintenance and grounds maintenance, there are several live opportunities open today:

• Winter Maintenance Assistance Service Framework Agreement – Estimated contract value: £2m. Services include snow clearance, gritting, and salt spreading for public sector institutions across the UK.
• Barbican Podium Waterproofing, Drainage, and Landscaping Works (Phase 2) – Estimated contract value: £3.5m. This project involves upgrading drainage systems, hard landscaping, and waterproofing, ensuring safety and sustainability.
• Trees and Planting Products Winter 2024 – Estimated contract value: £1m. Focuses on arboriculture works, including tree pruning, woodland management, and winter planting solutions.

If your company is looking for support during this busy winter season, BWL Group is here to assist you with bid writing and bid management. We understand the unique demands of winter grounds maintenance, and our experience positions us to guide you through the tendering process, improving your chances of winning valuable contracts.

Why Choose BWL Group?

Our experience, attention to detail, and tailored approach to each tender opportunity are just some of the reasons our clients trust us. We understand the stakes and the time pressures involved in grounds maintenance and winter upkeep contracts. BWL Group can help streamline the bid process, allowing you to focus on your core operations while we secure the business you need for a successful winter season.

Contact us at 01325 792744 today to learn how we can help with your bid writing and bid management needs in the grounds maintenance industry. We’re ready to support your success.