Site gardener, Planting, Stone and Slate - Framework agreement.

NTNU sees an increased need for green areas in common areas both inside and outside on the campus in Trondheim, due to densification. High quality green areas will contribute to improving the physical and mental health of students and employees, i.a. due to aesthetics and reducing noise and dust. NTNU …

CPV: 77310000 Planting and maintenance services of green areas, 03450000 Tree-nursery products, 44900000 Stone for construction, limestone, gypsum and slate, 45112700 Landscaping work, 71421000 Landscape gardening services
Deadline:
Nov. 27, 2024, 11 a.m.
Deadline type:
Submitting a bid
Place of execution:
Site gardener, Planting, Stone and Slate - Framework agreement.
Awarding body:
NTNU
Award number:
ANSK-24-0297

1. Buyer

1.1 Buyer

Official name : NTNU
Legal type of the buyer : Public undertaking
Activity of the contracting authority : Education

2. Procedure

2.1 Procedure

Title : Site gardener, Planting, Stone and Slate - Framework agreement.
Description : NTNU sees an increased need for green areas in common areas both inside and outside on the campus in Trondheim, due to densification. High quality green areas will contribute to improving the physical and mental health of students and employees, i.a. due to aesthetics and reducing noise and dust. NTNU would therefore like to enter into a framework agreement for site gardening services, trees, bushes, perennials and indoor plants, as well as various stone and slate products for use in NTNU ́s outside area.
Procedure identifier : c0f402fc-1c81-4127-88a6-866375d324eb
Internal identifier : ANSK-24-0297
Type of procedure : Open
The procedure is accelerated : no
Justification for the accelerated procedure :
Main features of the procedure :

2.1.1 Purpose

Main nature of the contract : Services
Additional nature of the contract : Supplies
Main classification ( cpv ): 77310000 Planting and maintenance services of green areas
Additional classification ( cpv ): 03450000 Tree-nursery products
Additional classification ( cpv ): 44900000 Stone for construction, limestone, gypsum and slate
Additional classification ( cpv ): 45112700 Landscaping work
Additional classification ( cpv ): 71421000 Landscape gardening services

2.1.2 Place of performance

Country : Norway
Anywhere in the given country
Additional information : Trondheim, various addresses/campuses at NTNU

2.1.4 General information

Legal basis :
Directive 2014/24/EU

2.1.6 Grounds for exclusion

Analogous situation like bankruptcy under national law : Is the supplier in a situation where he has been forced debt arrangement? Specify why, under the mentioned circumstances, one is able to carry out the contract, considering the current national provisions and measures for continuing the business activities? It is not necessary to provide this information if rejection of tenderers made mandatory in accordance with the current national law without the possibility for exceptions.
Bankruptcy : Is the tenderer in a bankruptcy situation? Specify why, under the mentioned circumstances, one is able to carry out the contract, considering the current national provisions and measures for continuing the business activities? It is not necessary to provide this information if rejection of tenderers made mandatory in accordance with the current national law without the possibility for exceptions.
Corruption : Is the tenderer himself or a person, who is a member of the tenderer's administration, management or supervisory body or has the competence to represent or control or make decisions in such bodies, in the event a enforceable verdict has been convicted of corruption by a verdict handed down not more than five years ago, or a rejection period determined directly in the judgement that still applies? Corruption as defined in Article 3 of the Convention on Combating Corruption, Involving European Communities or European Union Member States (EUT C 195 of 25.6.1997, s. 1), and in Article 2, point 1, in the Council ́s framework decision 2003/568/RIA of 22 July 2003 on combating corruption in the private sector (EUT L 192 of 31.7.2003, p. 54). This rejection reason also includes corruption as defined in national law for the contracting authority or supplier.
Arrangement with creditors : Is the supplier in a situation where he has been forced debt arrangement? Specify why, under the mentioned circumstances, one is able to carry out the contract, considering the current national provisions and measures for continuing the business activities? It is not necessary to provide this information if rejection of tenderers made mandatory in accordance with the current national law without the possibility for exceptions.
Participation in a criminal organisation : Is the tenderer himself or a person, who is a member of the tenderer's administration, management or supervisory body or has the competence to represent or control or make decisions in such bodies, at the time a legally convicted verdict of participation in a criminal organisation by a verdict handed down no more than five years ago, or a rejection period set out directly in the judgement that still applies? Participation in a criminal organisation as defined in Article 2 of the Council ́s framework decision 2008/841/RIA of 24 October 2008 on control of organised crime (EUT L 300 of 11.11.2008, p. 42)
Agreements with other economic operators aimed at distorting competition : Has the tenderer entered into agreement(s) with other tenderers with the intention of turning the competition?
Breaching of obligations in the fields of environmental law : Is the tenderer aware of breaches of environmental provisions as stated in national law, the relevant notice or procurement documents or Article 18 (2) of Directive 2014/24/EU.
Money laundering or terrorist financing : Is the tenderer himself or a person, who is a member of the tenderer's administration, management or supervisory body or has the competence to represent or control or make decisions in such bodies, in the event a legal verdict has been convicted of money laundering or financing terrorism by a verdict handed down no more than five years ago, or a rejection period set out directly in the judgement that still applies? Money laundering or financing terrorism As defined in Article 1 of the European Parliament and Council Directive 2005/60/EF of 26 October 2005 on preventive measures against the use of the financial system for money laundering and financing terrorism (EUT L 309 of 25.11.2005, p. 15).
Fraud : Is the tenderer himself or a person, who is a member of the tenderer's administration, management or supervisory body or has the competence to represent or control or make decisions in such bodies, at the time a legally convicted of fraud has been convicted of fraud by a verdict handed down not more than five years ago, or a rejection period determined directly in the judgement that still applies? Fraud included in Article 1 of the Convention on protection of the Financial Interests of the European Communities (EFT C 316 of 27.11.1995, p. 48).
Child labour and other forms of trafficking in human beings : Is the tenderer himself or a person, who is a member of the tenderer's administration, management or supervisory body or has the competence to represent or control or make decisions in such bodies, in the event a legal verdict has been convicted of child labour and other forms of human trafficking by a verdict handed down no more than five years ago, or a rejection period determined directly in the judgement that still applies? Child labour and other forms of human trafficking as defined in Article 2 of the European Parliament and council directive 2011/36/EU of 5. 1 April 2011 on the prevention and control of human trafficking and the protection of its victims and for compensation of the Council ́s framework decision 2002/629/RIA (EUT L 101 of 15.4.2011, p. 1).
Insolvency : Is the tenderer in an insolvency situation? Specify why, under the mentioned circumstances, one is able to carry out the contract, considering the current national provisions and measures for continuing the business activities? It is not necessary to provide this information if rejection of tenderers made mandatory in accordance with the current national law without the possibility for exceptions.
Breaching of obligations in the fields of labour law : Is the tenderer aware of breaches of provisions on working conditions as stated in national law, the relevant notice or procurement documents or Article 18 (2) of Directive 2014/24/EU.
Assets being administered by liquidator : Specify why, under the mentioned circumstances, one is able to carry out the contract, considering the current national provisions and measures for continuing the business activities? It is not necessary to provide this information if rejection of tenderers made mandatory in accordance with the current national law without the possibility for exceptions.
Guilty of misrepresentation, withheld information, unable to provide required documents and obtained confidential information of this procedure : Has the tenderer: a) given grossly incorrect information with the notification of the information required to verify that there is no basis for rejection, or of the qualification requirements being fulfilled, b) failed to provide such information, c) made reservations immediately to present the supporting documents requested by the contracting authority, or d) improperly affected the contracting authority ́s decision process to acquire confidential information that could give this an unlawful advantage in connection with competition, or negligently has given misleading information that can have a significant influence on decisions on rejection, selection or award?
Conflict of interest due to its participation in the procurement procedure : Are tenderers aware of a conflict of interest as stated in national law, the relevant notice or procurement documents?
Direct or indirect involvement in the preparation of this procurement procedure : Has the tenderer or an entity associated with the supplier advised the contracting authority or in another way been involved in the planning of the competition?
Guilty of grave professional misconduct : Has the tenderer committed serious errors in professional practice? If relevant, see the definitions in national law, the relevant notice or procurement documents.
Early termination, damages or other comparable sanctions : Has the tenderer committed significant breaches of contract in connection with the fulfilment of a previous public contract, a previous contract with a public contracting authority or a previous concession contract, where the breach has led to the cancellation of the contract, compensation or other similar sanctions?
Breaching of obligations in the fields of social law : Is the tenderer aware of breaches of provisions on social conditions as stated in national law, the relevant notice or procurement documents or Article 18 (2) of Directive 2014/24/EU.
Payment of social security contributions : Have tenderers failed to fulfil all their social security obligations in the country where they are established and in their member state, if this is a different country than what he is established in?
Business activities are suspended : Specify why, under the mentioned circumstances, one is able to carry out the contract, considering the current national provisions and measures for continuing the business activities? It is not necessary to provide this information if rejection of tenderers made mandatory in accordance with the current national law without the possibility for exceptions.
Payment of taxes : Has the tenderer not fulfilled his tax and duty obligations in the country in which he is established, and in the contracting authority's member state, if this is a different country than what he is established in?
Terrorist offences or offences linked to terrorist activities : Is the tenderer himself or a person, who is a member of the tenderer's administration, management or supervisory body, or has the competence to represent or control or make decisions in such bodies, in the event a legal verdict has been convicted of acts of terrorism or criminal acts connected to terrorist activities by a verdict handed down no more than five years ago, or a rejection period set out directly in the judgement that still applies? Acts of terrorism or criminal acts relating to terrorist activity as defined in Article 1 and 3 of the Council ́s framework decision 2002/475/RIA of 13 June 2002 on combating terrorism (EFT L 164, af 22.6.2002, p. 3). This rejection reason also includes incitement to, participation or attempts to commit such actions as included in Article 4 in the mentioned framework decision.

5. Lot

5.1 Lot technical ID : LOT-0000

Title : Site gardener, Planting, Stone and Slate - Framework agreement.
Description : NTNU sees an increased need for green areas in common areas both inside and outside on the campus in Trondheim, due to densification. High quality green areas will contribute to improving the physical and mental health of students and employees, i.a. due to aesthetics and reducing noise and dust. NTNU would therefore like to enter into a framework agreement for site gardening services, trees, bushes, perennials and indoor plants, as well as various stone and slate products for use in NTNU ́s outside area.
Internal identifier : ANSK-24-0297

5.1.1 Purpose

Main nature of the contract : Services
Additional nature of the contract : Supplies
Main classification ( cpv ): 77310000 Planting and maintenance services of green areas
Additional classification ( cpv ): 03450000 Tree-nursery products
Additional classification ( cpv ): 44900000 Stone for construction, limestone, gypsum and slate
Additional classification ( cpv ): 45112700 Landscaping work
Additional classification ( cpv ): 71421000 Landscape gardening services

5.1.2 Place of performance

Country : Norway
Anywhere in the given country
Additional information : Trondheim, various addresses/campuses at NTNU

5.1.3 Estimated duration

Duration : 4 Year

5.1.6 General information

Reserved participation : Participation is not reserved.
Procurement Project not financed with EU Funds.
The procurement is covered by the Government Procurement Agreement (GPA) : no

5.1.9 Selection criteria

Criterion :
Type : Economic and financial standing
Name : The tenderer's economic and financial capacity
Description : Tenderers must document that they have sufficient economic and financial capacity to fulfil the contract. If a tenderer has a justifiable reason for not submitting the documentation required by the contracting authority, he can document his economic and financial capacity by presenting any other document that the Contracting Authority deems appropriate. Requirement: Tenderers shall be credit worthy without a requirement for security. Documentation requirement: Credit rating based on the most recent financial figures. The rating shall be carried out by a credit rating company with licence to conduct this service.
Use of this criterion : Used
Criterion :
Type : Other
Name : This fulfils the objective and non-discriminatory criteria or rules that shall be used to select the number of tenderers in the following way: If certain certificates or other forms of documentation are requested, indicate for each individual whether the tenderer is in possession of the requested documents:
Description : If any of these certificates or other forms of documentation are available in electronic form, the certificates are to be provided for each:
Use of this criterion : Used
Criterion :
Type : Other
Name : The tenderer fulfils the stated qualification requirements:
Description : All the necessary selection criteria specified in the notice or in the procurement documents mentioned in the notice are fulfilled.
Use of this criterion : Used
Criterion :
Type : Suitability to pursue the professional activity
Name : The tenderer's suitability
Description : Tenderers must have the following registrations and authorisations to fulfil the suitability requirement: Requirement: Tenderers shall be registered in a company register, professional register or a trade register in the country where the tenderer is established. Documentation requirement: Norwegian companies: e Proof or Company Registration Certificate/Foreign companies: Proof that the company is registered in a company register, professional register or a commerce register in the country where the tenderer is established.
Use of this criterion : Used
Criterion :
Type : Technical and professional ability
Name : The tenderer ́s technical and professional qualifications.
Description : Tenderers must document that they have sufficient technical and professional qualifications to fulfil the contract. Requirement: Tenderers shall have experience from comparable contracts. Documentation requirement: Description of the tenderer's most relevant assignments/contracts in the last 3 years, a minimum of 3 and a maximum of 6 assignments/contracts that show experience with the contract ́s disciplines.  Framework agreements can be used as references. A short description shall be given of the assignment/contract and the roles that the tenderer has had, its value, date/duration and the customer (contact information shall be provided). Requirement: Tenderers shall have a well-functioning environmental management system. Documentation requirement: Proof of certification in accordance with the standard national/international environmental management/management system. Or an account of equivalent environmental management/measures in the company.
Use of this criterion : Used

5.1.11 Procurement documents

Deadline for requesting additional information : 19/11/2024 23:00 +00:00
Address of the procurement documents : https://tendsign.com/doc.aspx?MeFormsNoticeId=34702

5.1.12 Terms of procurement

Terms of submission :
Electronic submission : Required
Languages in which tenders or requests to participate may be submitted : Norwegian
Electronic catalogue : Allowed
Deadline for receipt of tenders : 27/11/2024 11:00 +00:00
Deadline until which the tender must remain valid : 89 Day
Information about public opening :
Opening date : 27/11/2024 11:01 +00:00
Place : Trondheim
Terms of contract :
The execution of the contract must be performed within the framework of sheltered employment programmes : No
Electronic invoicing : Required
Electronic ordering will be used : yes
Electronic payment will be used : yes

5.1.15 Techniques

Framework agreement :
Framework agreement, without reopening of competition
Information about the dynamic purchasing system :
No dynamic purchase system
Electronic auction : no

5.1.16 Further information, mediation and review

Review organisation : Trøndelag Tingrett

8. Organisations

8.1 ORG-0001

Official name : NTNU
Registration number : 974767880
Department : Seksjon for anskaffelser og innkjøp
Postal address : Høyskoleringen 1
Town : Trondheim
Postcode : 7491
Country : Norway
Contact point : Maren Ellingsberg
Telephone : 47 73 59 80 80
Internet address : http://www.ntnu.no
Roles of this organisation :
Buyer

8.1 ORG-0002

Official name : Trøndelag Tingrett
Registration number : 926 722 794
Postal address : Postboks 2317 Torgarden
Town : Trondheim
Postcode : 7004
Country subdivision (NUTS) : Trøndelag ( NO060 )
Country : Norway
Telephone : 73 54 24 00
Roles of this organisation :
Review organisation

11. Notice information

11.1 Notice information

Notice identifier/version : 02995fd3-ee88-499e-aef8-74b804c4808e - 01
Form type : Competition
Notice type : Contract or concession notice – standard regime
Notice dispatch date : 23/10/2024 14:03 +00:00
Notice dispatch date (eSender) : 23/10/2024 14:14 +00:00
Languages in which this notice is officially available : English

11.2 Publication information

Notice publication number : 00650146-2024
OJ S issue number : 209/2024
Publication date : 25/10/2024