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Dorset Peat Partnership restoration works - Greenlands 2026

THE NATIONAL TRUST FOR PLACES OF HISTORIC INTEREST OR NATURAL BEAUTY

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12 Jun 2026 at 08:50

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Dorset Peat Partnership restoration works - Greenlands 2026" is currently in the tender stage. This project is being managed by The National Trust for Places of Historic Interest or Natural Beauty, with Gen Crisford as the contact point. The initiative aims to restore the Greenlands mire system within the Purbeck Heaths National Nature Reserve located in the South West of the United Kingdom. The industry category includes Agricultural, farming, forestry, and related services. Interested parties should note the tender closing date is 9th July 2026, with the project scheduled to commence on 1st September 2026 and conclude on 30th November 2026. The procurement method is an open procedure, appropriate for values below the threshold, and the contract value is estimated at £74,000.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses experienced in environmental and restoration works, particularly those with a track record in sensitive habitats. Companies specialising in land restoration through innovative techniques such as peatland reformation would find this contract advantageous. The National Trust is looking for contractors who can demonstrate capability, capacity, and cost-effectiveness, making it suitable for SMEs. Businesses meeting these criteria could leverage this opportunity not only to contribute to ecological conservation but to enhance their profiles and gain further footholds in environmental contracting.

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Notice Title

Dorset Peat Partnership restoration works - Greenlands 2026

Notice Description

Site works to restore the headwaters of the Greenlands mire system within the Purbeck Heaths National Nature Reserve, as part of a wider delivery programme led by the Dorset Peatland Partnership. The aim is to secure peat forming habitats, improve peat condition, slow flow rates and maximise Carbon capture within currently degraded mire systems. This will be achieved using a range of sensitive restoration techniques that are described in more detail in the attached restoration plans and project specifications. Activities include creating peat bunds and in-channel dams, mulching molinia vegetation and sallow tree removal. Contractors will be chosen based on capacity, capability, relevant experience including of working in sensitive habitats on protected sites, proposed solution and cost. Full details including of how to apply are in the attached Request for Proposals document.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
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Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/eff9c7e3-c6c6-4a7e-9632-af8a47d8e1fe
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

03 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products

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

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

CPV Codes

03000000 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products

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90000000 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£74,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Jun 2026Today
Submission Deadline
9 Jul 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Aug 2026 - 30 Nov 2026 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
THE NATIONAL TRUST FOR PLACES OF HISTORIC INTEREST OR NATURAL BEAUTY
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SWANAGE
Postcode
BH19 3AA
Post Town
Bournemouth
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK64 Dorset
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Dorset
Electoral Ward
Swanage
Westminster Constituency
South Dorset

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