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Framework for the Provision of Horticulture Training

DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL

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23 Oct 2024 at 14:18

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Framework for the Provision of Horticulture Training" has been completed by Durham County Council. The contract, valued at £40,444, entails City & Guilds/NPTC accredited horticultural training, covering comprehensive modules such as chainsaw maintenance, tree felling, tree climbing, aerial rescue, and safe use of pesticides and woodchippers. This contract falls under the industry category of Education and Training Services, specifically within the United Kingdom's region of England. The procurement used an open procedure, with the contract period set from 1st April 2024 to 31st March 2026. The awarded contractor is East Durham College.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in horticultural training, particularly those offering advanced tree care and safety courses. The comprehensive nature of the training modules, including the use of specialised equipment like chainsaws and woodchippers, necessitates suppliers who have expertise in these areas. While the contract is currently awarded, similar future opportunities could benefit training providers with strong credentials in horticulture and tree management, enhancing their engagement with public sector contracts and expanding their service portfolios.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Framework for the Provision of Horticulture Training

Notice Description

This contract is for the provision of City & Guilds/NPTC accredited horticultural training and assessment. on an as and when required basis to include initial and refresher training all categories of chainsaw training including Lot 1 - Chainsaw Maintenance and Tree Felling, Advanced Tree Felling, Lot 2 - Basic Tree Climbing and Aerial Tree Rescue. Operate Chainsaw with a Rope & Harness, Advanced Pruning and Dismantling. Lot 3 - Use of Chainsaw from a MEWP Lot 4 - Pole Powered pruning Lot 5 - Techniques for dealing with damaged trees Lot 6 - Safe use of Woodchipper Lot 7 - Safe use of Pesticides & Hand held applications. Use of Pesticides adjacent to water.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-aafa2c67-08a1-412a-a933-ec0eb05a2527
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/93eae7ff-8848-4a6a-b95f-a374a193f03f
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
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
£40,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£40,444 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Oct 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
26 Mar 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 Mar 20241 years ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2024 - 31 Mar 2026 1-2 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
DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
DURHAM
Postcode
DH1 5UJ
Post Town
Durham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC41 Durham
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
County Durham
Electoral Ward
Neville's Cross
Westminster Constituency
City of Durham

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

EAST DURHAM COLLEGE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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