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PLACE858ET Heartwood Tree Planting

DERBYSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

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13 Jan 2026 at 17:01

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Summary of the contracting process

Derbyshire County Council is leading a public procurement initiative to further the development of Derbyshire's Heartwood Community Forest through a controlled tree planting project. This initiative, entitled "PLACE858ET Heartwood Tree Planting," falls under the services category, specifically tree-maintenance and tree seeding, classified by CPV codes 77211500 and 77211600 respectively. The procurement process utilised a selective or restricted procedure. The award stage is now complete, with an active award given to Thompson Tree Services (UK) Ltd. The contract period is set from 13th January 2026 until 18th April 2026, and it encompasses locations across England as it aims to connect the National Forest with existing community forests in the area.

This procurement represents a significant business opportunity, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in grounds maintenance and tree services. It encourages sustainable development and environmental stewardship, offering a platform for companies to showcase their expertise in large-scale ecological projects. With a contract value of £278,000, this type of project could aid SMEs in scaling their operations, expanding their networks, and demonstrating their capability in government-backed projects. By engaging with such initiatives, suitable businesses can enhance their reputation and secure a foothold in the expanding market for environmental services.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

PLACE858ET Heartwood Tree Planting

Notice Description

Derbyshire's Heartwood Community Forest is being created along the eastern fringe of Derbyshire and through southern Derbyshire, joining the National Forest and linking an existing network of 13 community forests in England. This invitation to tender is to assist with this project by implementing the second year of tree planting by issuing a Further Competition under Lot 2 Grounds Maintenance Services of ESPO Framework 245_25.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-7230be55-0831-41ed-ba87-bf1861b45918
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b011312e-49f3-4117-9397-6074e3418462
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

77211500 - Tree-maintenance services

77211600 - Tree seeding

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£278,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£278,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
27 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Jan 20261 months ago
Contract Period
13 Jan 2026 - 18 Apr 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DERBYSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MATLOCK
Postcode
DE4 3AG
Post Town
Derby
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
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Derbyshire Dales
Electoral Ward
Matlock West
Westminster Constituency
Derbyshire Dales

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

THOMPSON TREE SERVICES (UK

Further Information

Notice Documents

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