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Dorset Peat Partnership restoration works - Greenlands 2025

THE NATIONAL TRUST FOR PLACES OF HISTORIC INTEREST OR NATURAL BEAUTY

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04 Jul 2025 at 17:06

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The National Trust for Places of Historic Interest or Natural Beauty is inviting tenders for the "Dorset Peat Partnership restoration works - Greenlands 2025," with site activities located within the Purbeck Heaths National Nature Reserve, South West England. This procurement process, currently in the tender stage, focuses on improving the condition of peatland habitats by employing sensitive restoration techniques. The industry categories relevant to this tender include "Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural, and apicultural services" as well as "Sewage, refuse, cleaning, and environmental services." An open procurement method is being followed for this opportunity, valued between £75,000 and £120,000, with a closing date for tenders on 1 August 2025 and work scheduled from 1 September to 30 November 2025. The initiative seeks contractors with the capacity and experience to operate in sensitive ecological environments.

This tender presents considerable growth opportunities for businesses specialising in environmental restoration, particularly those adept in managing projects within protected natural sites. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with experience in peatland restoration and capabilities aligned with the detailed project specifications can benefit significantly from this contract. Companies offering innovative solutions in eco-friendly earthworks and habitat management can leverage this opportunity to expand their market presence and portfolio in environmental services. The focus on sustainability and peat habitat rehabilitation positions this tender as a strategic investment for businesses looking to align with ecological and environmental conservation goals.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Dorset Peat Partnership restoration works - Greenlands 2025

Notice Description

Site works to restore two areas of the Greenlands mire system within the Purbeck Heaths National Nature Reserve, as part of a wider project led by the Dorset Peatland Partnership. The aim is to secure peat forming habitats, improve peat condition, slow flow rates and maximise Carbon capture within currently degraded mire systems. This will be achieved using a range of sensitive restoration techniques that are described in more detail in the attached restoration plans and project specifications. Activities include creating peat bunds and in-channel dams, mulching molinia vegetation and gorse; and earthworks to infill drainage channels. Contractors will be chosen based on capacity, capability, relevant experience including of working in sensitive habitats on protected sites, proposed solution and cost. Full details including of how to apply are in the attached Request for Proposals document.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2b467c1f-bd0a-4e43-a109-78b85e87df11
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

03 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products

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

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

CPV Codes

03000000 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products

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

90000000 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£120,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Jul 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
1 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Aug 2025 - 30 Nov 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE NATIONAL TRUST FOR PLACES OF HISTORIC INTEREST OR NATURAL BEAUTY
Contact Name
Gen Crisford
Contact Email
gen.crisford@nationaltrust.org.uk
Contact Phone
07785631230

Buyer Location

Locality
SWANAGE
Postcode
BH19 3AA
Post Town
Bournemouth
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK64 Dorset
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Dorset
Electoral Ward
Swanage
Westminster Constituency
South Dorset

Further Information

Notice Documents

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