Tender

Eaton Lands - tree felling works

HYTHE TOWN COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

TenderAmendment

05 Nov 2025 at 09:04

Tender

04 Nov 2025 at 13:55

Summary of the contracting process

Hythe Town Council has announced a procurement opportunity for significant tree felling works at Eaton Lands, focused on removing trees affected by Ash Dieback disease. The procurement falls under the agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural, and apicultural services category. This tender process is currently at the amendment stage, with details last modified on 5th November 2025. The contract, valued between £40,000 and £60,000, is set to commence on 18th January 2026 and conclude on 18th January 2027, with the deadline for tender submissions being 2nd December 2025. The project location is in the South East region of the United Kingdom, specifically Hythe.

The tender presents a growth opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) capable of delivering high-quality forestry services, particularly those experienced in environmentally conscious land management and tree clearance. The procurement method is a competitive quotation below the threshold, making it accessible for SMEs without the need for more intensive bid processes. This contract could benefit businesses aiming to expand their portfolio in public works and enhance their reputation through compliance with forestry and environmental standards. Suitable companies should be skilled in forestry management, demonstrate adherence to best practices, and be prepared to manage post-clearance upkeep activities.

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Notice Title

Eaton Lands - tree felling works

Notice Description

Hythe Town Council is inviting applications to carry out significant tree felling works to remove trees affected by Ash Dieback disease in it's woodlands at Eaton Lands. Contractors will need to create suitable access points, remove trees, demonstrate best environmental practice and work in accordance with relevant forestry commission and conservation guidelines. Additionally a completed tender will need to evidence how contractors will ensure correct completion of works, clearance of the site and appropriate aftercare and upkeep. To receive a copy of the tender document please contact planning@hythe-tc.gov.uk

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-3a39b107-c10a-457f-84ed-cd586040f845
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/639c5066-d47c-4080-bee3-8deb685b377c
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Competitive quotation (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

77000000 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£60,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
2 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
18 Jan 2026 - 18 Jan 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
HYTHE TOWN COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
HYTHE
Postcode
CT21 6BG
Post Town
Canterbury
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ44 East Kent
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)

Local Authority
Folkestone and Hythe
Electoral Ward
Hythe
Westminster Constituency
Folkestone and Hythe

Further Information

Notice Documents

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