Tender

Supply of Forestry Mulcher

NATURAL ENGLAND

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13 Feb 2025 at 15:25

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Natural England has issued two procurement opportunities for the supply of forestry equipment at Lodge Hill Farm, Dowles Brook, Bewdley, DY12 2LY, South West, United Kingdom. The first tender, titled "Supply of Forestry Mulcher," in the agricultural and forestry machinery industry, is currently at the tender amendment stage. An open procedure is being followed, with the tender published on 13th February 2025, and bids must be submitted by 22nd February 2025 at 17:00. The delivery is expected between 24th February 2025 and 25th March 2025 with an estimated contract value of £30,000 to £40,000 GBP. Interested participants should note specific technical requirements for the mulcher, including dual side belt transmission and hydraulic operations.

The second tender, titled "Supply of Tractor Mounted Collector Flail," seeks suppliers for a powered take-off driven collector flail suitable for agricultural tasks, with a contract value between £10,000 and £15,000 GBP. Also under the open procedure, this tender's bids are due by 22nd February 2025 at 17:00 with delivery expected from 24th February to 25th March 2025. These opportunities open prospects for businesses specializing in agricultural machinery, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises, to grow by providing advanced equipment to a significant government body. Responding to these tenders provides a chance to supply Natural England, enhancing visibility and potential partnerships in the sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Supply of Forestry Mulcher

Notice Description

m mulching width * Must be able to cut scrub up to 300mm * Dual side belt transmission * Centrifugal clutch * Hydraulic operated guard frame * Hydraulic operated hood. * Cat 2 linkage * 1000 rpm gearbox with freewheel * Front and rear protection with chains * Fixed hammer with Mono TIP V-Lock * Max weight of 1600kg * Reinforced skids, adjustable in height * Hydraulic top link * PTO alignment system, (allowing PTO shaft alignment whilst operating toplink) * PTO shaft * Fitting of alignment system We would like this to be delivered to Lodge Hill Farm, Dowles Brook, Bewdley, DY12 2LY. Additional information: To apply for this opportunity you must submit your quotation meeting the requirements detailed in the Request for Quotation (RFQ) attached. Your response must be sent to tom.simpson@naturalengland.org.uk by 22/02/2025 at 17:00. If you have any clarification questions linked to this opportunity or the procurement process please submit these via email to tom.simpson@naturalengland.org.uk. Please note that, unless commercially sensitive, both the question and the response will be circulated to all tenderers.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-5f2bb049-a460-4a57-926f-b0a844bb09cb
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/564b3dda-1ec1-430b-99be-d5d17ddcbc6b
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

16 - Agricultural machinery

CPV Codes

16100000 - Agricultural and forestry machinery for soil preparation or cultivation

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£40,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
22 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
24 Feb 2025 - 25 Mar 2025 30 days
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
NATURAL ENGLAND
Contact Name
Tom Simpson
Contact Email
tom.simpson@nauralengland.org.uk
Contact Phone
01299 400 686

Buyer Location

Locality
BEWDLEY
Postcode
DY12 2LY
Post Town
Dudley
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG1 Herefordshire, Worcestershire and Warwickshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG12 Worcestershire CC
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Wyre Forest
Electoral Ward
Bewdley & Rock
Westminster Constituency
Wyre Forest

Further Information

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