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To undertake maintenance and aftercare of planted saplings for the LIFE in the Ravines Project (LIFE19/NAT/UK/000147) - Near Taddington, Dovedale & other surrounding woodland in the Derbyshire Dales

Natural England

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21 Feb 2025 at 14:43

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Summary of the contracting process

Natural England has awarded a contract valued at £12,710 to Wildscapes Community Interest Company for the maintenance and aftercare of planted saplings as part of the LIFE in the Ravines Project located in the Derbyshire Dales, near Taddington, Dovedale, and surrounding woodlands. The award was published on 3rd December 2025, following the tender process initiated on 21st February 2025, which concluded on 11th April 2025. This forestry service contract involves inspecting approximately 10,240 saplings across different reserves in the Wye Valley. The procurement method was an open procedure below threshold, and the contract period runs from 12th May 2025 to 12th September 2025. The opportunity was classified under CPV 77200000, with the work taking place in the East Midlands, United Kingdom.

This tender presents significant opportunities for growth within the forestry services industry, particularly for small and medium enterprises (SMEs), given the suitability criteria described as favourable for such businesses. Companies experienced in terrain work, especially those accustomed to operating in remote and challenging environments, would find this contract advantageous. The provision of materials, including saplings by the authority, mitigates initial material cost concerns, allowing businesses to focus on strategic planning and operational excellence. Overall, the project allows for involvement in environmental conservation efforts, enhancing business reputation and expanding client portfolios in ecological and natural management sectors.

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Notice Title

To undertake maintenance and aftercare of planted saplings for the LIFE in the Ravines Project (LIFE19/NAT/UK/000147) - Near Taddington, Dovedale & other surrounding woodland in the Derbyshire Dales

Notice Description

Provide a service to perform aftercare on planted saplings in ravines woodland of the Derbyshire Dales. The work involves removal of weeds and re-planting dead saplings and replacing damaged tree stakes and shelters. Materials, including saplings to be provided by the Authority. The work is on steep remote terrain in the ravine valleys of the Derbyshire Dales Near Taddington, Dovedale & other surrounding woodland. There are approximately 10,240 saplings to be inspected spread across 3 different reserves within the Wye Valley. 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 owen.morris@naturalengland.org.uk by 12 midday on 01/04/2025. If you have any clarification questions linked to this opportunity or the procurement process please submit these via email to owen.morris@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-b5fd17-6e2ee935-072c-44ef-bb77-67348ac827a1
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/77ef5a87-cb16-46c8-8479-75d4011d2a0f
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

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

CPV Codes

77200000 - Forestry services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£15,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
1 Apr 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
12 May 2025 - 12 Sep 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
Natural England
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BUXTON
Postcode
SK17 0DG
Postcode Area
Stockport
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF13 South and West Derbyshire
Delivery Location
TLF East Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Derbyshire Dales
Electoral Ward
Hartington & Taddington
Westminster Constituency
Derbyshire Dales

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