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Supply of grass cutting services for Kielder Forest and Chopwell Wood

Forestry Commission

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

23 May 2018 at 08:45

Award Notice
Tender

05 Feb 2018 at 09:41

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Forestry Commission has awarded a contract for the supply of grass cutting services for Kielder Forest and Chopwell Wood, classified under the CPV code for hire of mowers or agricultural equipment with operator. This procurement falls under the services category and was conducted using an open bidding method. The contract, valued at £40,000, has been split into two lots, allowing bidders to compete for one or both segments. Key dates include the publication of the tender on 5th February 2018, a tender period that ended on 12th March 2018, and a contract period commencing on 9th April 2018 and concluding on 8th April 2022.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary and community sector enterprises (VCSEs) to expand their business operations. Potential bidders should include firms specialising in landscaping, grounds maintenance, and forestry services, particularly those with experience in managing large outdoor spaces. By participating in this tender, businesses can not only secure a contract with a reputable public authority but also enhance their portfolio and engage in future opportunities with the Forestry Commission.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Supply of grass cutting services for Kielder Forest and Chopwell Wood

Notice Description

The Forestry Commission will be awarding a contract for the provision of grass cutting services in Kielder Forest and Chopwell Wood. This tender is split into two lots and you may bid for both or individual lots.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-d711d899-f613-412d-93fc-aa5223f01f7c
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/55bdfb9f-0000-4a90-9041-233737a2d872
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

77112000 - Hire of mowers or agricultural equipment with operator

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£40,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£36,055 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 May 20188 years ago
Submission Deadline
12 Mar 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Mar 20188 years ago
Contract Period
9 Apr 2018 - 8 Apr 2022 4-5 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
Forestry Commission
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BELLINGHAM
Postcode
NE48 2HP
Postcode Area
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC42 Northumberland
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Northumberland
Electoral Ward
Bellingham
Westminster Constituency
Hexham

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
2
Supplier Names

Lowther Forestry Group Ltd

4Nature Limited

Further Information

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