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NHDC Removal of Tree Sucker & Epicormic Growth 2026-AWARDED - AWARD

NHDC - PARKS AND OPEN SPACES

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27 May 2026 at 11:11

Summary of the contracting process

North Hertfordshire District Council (NHDC) - Parks and Open Spaces has awarded a contract for the "Removal of Tree Sucker & Epicormic Growth 2026" project, under the services category of Tree Pruning (CPV code: 77341000). The project encompasses tree maintenance across various sites in the North Herts district, UK. The award was made on 27th May 2026, with the contract period scheduled from 7th June 2026 to 31st August 2026. The procurement was completed using a method distinct from standard procedures, and the successful bidders were APA Contract Services Limited trading as Arborcare and Steve Dear Tree Services Ltd.

This contract presents business growth opportunities particularly for companies specialising in arboricultural and tree maintenance services. These firms can expand their portfolio by demonstrating competence in similar projects, potentially improving their chances of securing future tenders with local councils. Businesses that have the capacity to provide services across diverse geographical locations, including but not limited to the UK, Europe, and the British Overseas Territories, would find this contract alignment beneficial, enhancing their market reach and experience in public sector projects.

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Notice Title

NHDC Removal of Tree Sucker & Epicormic Growth 2026-AWARDED - AWARD

Notice Description

Removal of tree sucker and epicormic growth from NHDC and highway trees at various sites across the North Herts district. *This project has now been awarded*

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-a673cd84-57ad-46a4-9460-fbf475871b2a
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d59b93b2-20ec-4ebe-9c2d-344e898ab12f
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other -
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

77341000 - Tree pruning

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£12,100 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 May 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
20 May 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 May 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
6 Jun 2026 - 31 Aug 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHDC - PARKS AND OPEN SPACES
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
HERTFORDSHIRE
Postcode
SG6 3JF
Post Town
Stevenage
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH26 North and East Hertfordshire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
North Hertfordshire
Electoral Ward
Letchworth South West
Westminster Constituency
North East Hertfordshire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
2
Supplier Names

APA CONTRACT SERVICES LIMITED T/A ARBORCARE

STEVE DEAR TREE SERVICES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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