National Trust - Northern Ireland - Divis A View to the Future (Peatland Restoration Phase 2)

THE NATIONAL TRUST FOR PLACES OF HISTORIC INTEREST OR NATURAL BEAUTY

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Tender

07 Aug 2026 at 16:38

Summary of the contracting process

The National Trust for Places of Historic Interest or Natural Beauty has initiated a tender for the Divis Peatland Restoration Project, Phase 2, as part of the larger "Divis A View to the Future" project in Northern Ireland. This open procurement process, identified by the tender ID ESOP1000125, addresses the construction work category (CPV: 45000000) and is valued at £135,000. Key dates include a closing date for the Request for Proposals (RFP) on 31st August 2026, with all queries to be addressed by 21st August 2026. The contract is expected to be awarded by 5th October 2026, and the work period will extend until 28th February 2027. The National Trust, based in Swindon, England, is managing the process through the Proactis Plaza portal.

This tender represents an excellent opportunity for businesses in the construction sector, particularly those skilled in peatland and environmental restoration. It is well-suited for small and medium enterprises (SMEs), given the contract value and open procedure below the threshold. Companies operating within the UK and especially those with expertise in ecological restoration could find this an ideal project to expand their portfolio and demonstrate their capabilities on a nationally significant project. Participation in this contract can bolster a company's reputation and provide a pathway for future collaborations with the National Trust.

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Notice Title

National Trust - Northern Ireland - Divis A View to the Future (Peatland Restoration Phase 2)

Notice Description

Phase 2 of Divis Peatland Restoration Project which sits within the Divis A View to the Future project. Closing Date for RFP - 31st August 2026 Deadline for Queries - 21st August 2026 Award Contract - 5th October 2026 This opportunity is being conducted on the Proactis Plaza portal. https://supplierlive.proactisp2p.com/ Click on the "Opportunities" button and filter on Customer name - The National Trust All communication is to be carried out via the Proactis portal.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-bdab8a88-0a65-4f21-8357-e09b00bfdd17
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e95f86d9-c773-49c8-9021-90658909f797
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

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£135,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Aug 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
31 Aug 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
4 Oct 2026 - 28 Feb 2027 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

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
SWINDON
Postcode
SN2 2NA
Post Town
Swindon
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK71 Swindon
Delivery Location
TLN Northern Ireland

Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Mannington and Western
Westminster Constituency
Swindon South

Further Information

Notice Documents

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