Tender

Framework Agreement for Ash Dieback & Tree Maintenance Services 2025-29

SOMERSET COUNCIL

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18 Feb 2025 at 12:21

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13 Feb 2025 at 08:50

Tender Notice
Tender

13 Feb 2025 at 08:26

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Somerset Council is inviting bids for a framework agreement covering Ash Dieback and tree maintenance services for the period 2025-2029. This tender falls under the forestry services category and is intended for operations across Somerset County, located in the South West region of the United Kingdom. The procurement is in the tender stage, with submissions due by 17 March 2025 at 12:00 noon. The contract period is scheduled to start on 16 June 2025 and end on 15 June 2029. The procurement method is an open procedure, targeting above-threshold projects to ensure competitive and transparent bidding.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specializing in forestry and tree maintenance services. The framework agreement involves extensive work in tree removal and surgery operations, which can provide a steady stream of projects and revenue over four years. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to apply, benefiting from the stability and scale of work offered. Firms with expertise in handling tree diseases and maintaining public safety through effective tree management will be well-suited to compete for this contract.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Framework Agreement for Ash Dieback & Tree Maintenance Services 2025-29

Notice Description

Somerset Council is looking to award a framework agreement for the removal of ash trees infected with Ash Dieback and associated tree surgery operations across Somerset County.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f3c9d455-bea7-456a-84be-014cd75391c7
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

77200000 - Forestry services

77211300 - Tree-clearing services

77211400 - Tree-cutting services

77211500 - Tree-maintenance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
17 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
15 Jun 2025 - 15 Jun 2029 4-5 years
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
SOMERSET COUNCIL
Contact Name
Kyesha Henson
Contact Email
commercialandprocurement@somerset.gov.uk
Contact Phone
03001232224

Buyer Location

Locality
TAUNTON
Postcode
TA1 4DY
Post Town
Taunton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK62 Somerset
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Somerset
Electoral Ward
Bishop's Hull & Taunton West
Westminster Constituency
Taunton and Wellington

Further Information

Notice URLs

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