The Provision of Gritting & Snow Clearing Service

This procurement relates to the provision of a proactive and reactive gritting service to all sites (as per appendices) so as to provide sites that are ‘so as far as is reasonably practicable’ free from the hazards that may cause slips trips or falls and for the safe passage of pedestrians and/or vehicles, caused by the build up of ice from inclement weather.

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The agreement shall be for 3 years, from the commencement date of 16th November 2015, with an option to extend by a further year.

The Supplier shall provide a comprehensive proactive & reactive gritting and snow clearance service that is responsive to weather conditions in order to:

* Maintain sites that are 'as far as is reasonably practicable’ free from the risks and hazards from ice formation and the build-up of snow as detailed in the Service Specification.

* Maintain and facilitate the smooth running of core Trust operations ensuring full access to Trust facilities, minimising noise and disturbance at all times. All work shall be carried in a suitable manner minimising disruption to the sites and to the delivery of its core services.

* The Supplier shall provide and maintain safe logical and clear vehicle and pedestrian circulation routes across the Trust sites that are DDA compliant and accessible to all users.