Planning

Removal of Chalara (ash dieback) infected Ash & associated tree surgery in North England Forest District

FORESTRY COMMISSION

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Planning

24 Nov 2021 at 10:35

Planned Procurement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Forestry Commission is preparing to award a framework contract for the removal of Chalara (ash dieback) infected ash trees and associated tree surgery operations in the North England Forest District. This procurement falls under the forestry services industry category and includes geographical lots covering Kielder, Hamsterley, Rothbury, and the wider North England area. The tender is currently in the planning stage, with a planned publication date set for 13th December 2021. The contract period is expected to run from 1st February 2022 to 31st January 2026, with a total estimated budget of £180,000 and a minimum value of £150,000 allocated to the project.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in forestry services, particularly those with experience in tree surgery and ecological management. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as the procurement process is open to a wide range of potential bidders. Companies that can demonstrate expertise in tree management, health inspection of trees, and safe felling practices would be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract, enabling them to expand their service offerings and enhance their portfolio within the public sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Removal of Chalara (ash dieback) infected Ash & associated tree surgery in North England Forest District

Notice Description

Forestry England will be awarding a framework for the dismantling and felling of ash trees infected with Chalara (ash dieback) and other associated operations tree surgery operations in the North England Forest District. The framework will be divided into four geographical Lots: Kielder, Hamsterley, Rothbury, wider North England Forest District. Additional information: Forestry England intend to publish this tender opportunity in December 2021. Please note that the publication and contract award/duration dates in this notice are indicative only.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c7572387-d5cc-45ac-992d-49a4a0ef25ea
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planned Procurement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

77 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services

CPV Codes

77200000 - Forestry services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£180,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Nov 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
13 Dec 2021Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Feb 2022 - 31 Jan 2026 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
FORESTRY COMMISSION
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS16 1EJ
Post Town
Bristol
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England)
Local Authority
South Gloucestershire
Electoral Ward
Stoke Park & Cheswick
Westminster Constituency
Filton and Bradley Stoke

Further Information

Notice Documents

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