Award

L4 Arboriculturist

HAMPSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

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Award

22 Dec 2025 at 15:53

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "L4 Arboriculturist" was conducted by Hampshire County Council, located in Winchester, England. This tender falls under the industry category of Education and Training Services and involves the provision of arboriculturist services with two apprentices. The process has reached the award stage, with the contract awarded to Myerscough College on 1st October 2025. The procurement method used was selective, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract is valued at £28,000 and will run from 2nd October 2025 to 8th June 2027. The tender location is specified with postal code SO23 8UJ.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in educational and training services, particularly those with expertise in arboriculture. The contract’s emphasis on apprenticeships offers growth potential for enterprises focused on training and workforce development. With Hampshire County Council preferring small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and Voluntary, Community, and Social Enterprises (VCSEs), businesses fitting these profiles may find this contract aligns well with their capabilities and expansion strategies. The selective procurement method ensures that only those with relevant frameworks and expertise will participate, allowing focused competition within the sector.

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Notice Title

L4 Arboriculturist

Notice Description

Arboriculturist, 2 apprentices

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-9ff9866b-4f2f-48f7-bee1-b7ef6625d9f6
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4694a36a-7772-4020-9ed4-721932607026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£28,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£28,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
1 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Sep 20254 months ago
Contract Period
1 Oct 2025 - 8 Jun 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

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

Locality
WINCHESTER
Postcode
SO23 8ZB
Post Town
Southampton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ36 Central Hampshire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Winchester
Electoral Ward
St Michael
Westminster Constituency
Winchester

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MYERSCOUGH COLLEGE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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