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Management of West Northamptonshire Nature Reserves

WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL

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29 Jan 2026 at 12:25

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Summary of the contracting process

West Northamptonshire Council has completed the procurement process for the "Management of West Northamptonshire Nature Reserves," under the horticultural services industry category in the East Midlands region of the United Kingdom. This contract involves the provision of maintenance, conservation, and ecological management of several designated nature reserves, including Farthinghoe and Abington Meadows. The procurement process followed a selective method using a restricted procedure, with a contract value of £44,201. The contract period begins on 1st April 2025 and ends on 31st March 2030, with all relevant activities expected to align with best practices in biodiversity and public accessibility.

This procurement presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for SMEs and VCSEs specialising in ecological management and conservation services. The contract awarded to The Wildlife Trust B C N, a frontrunner in biodiversity and conservation work, underscores the potential for similar businesses with a focus on sustainable practices to engage in competitive public procurement processes. By catering to this and similar contracts, businesses can enhance their portfolios and secure a long-term presence in the ecological services sector. The provision of extensive service requirements highlights the need for expertise in habitat protection and public accessibility, thereby offering a platform for eco-conscious businesses to not only compete but also thrive.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Management of West Northamptonshire Nature Reserves

Notice Description

West Northamptonshire Council is entering into a Service Level Agreement with the Wildlife Trust for the maintenance, conservation, and ecological management of designated nature reserves within the West Northamptonshire area including Farthinghoe, Abington Meadows, Woodford Halse, Barnes Meadow, Lings, Kingsthorpe Meadows & Bradlaugh Fields. The Wildlife Trust will deliver a programme of works that ensures these sites are managed in accordance with recognised best practice for biodiversity, habitat protection, and public access.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-92216583-9cc2-48cf-baf9-ffbfc9d3bca0
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9369ff91-5ed6-40ee-9a8c-0df5540e0550
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 (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

77300000 - Horticultural services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£44,201 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£44,201 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Jan 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
30 Jan 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 Mar 202510 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2030 Over 5 years
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
WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NORTHAMPTON
Postcode
NN1 1ED
Post Town
Northampton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF24 West Northamptonshire
Delivery Location
TLF East Midlands (England)
Local Authority
West Northamptonshire
Electoral Ward
Castle
Westminster Constituency
Northampton North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

THE WILDLIFE TRUST B C N

Further Information

Notice Documents

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