Tender

North Forest District Planting and Forest Management DPS

FORESTRY ENGLAND

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Summary of the contracting process

Forestry England is managing a procurement process titled "North Forest District Planting and Forest Management DPS," focused on forestry services. The project covers regions in North England, including Northumberland, County Durham, Cumbria, and North Lancashire, with the main office located in Bellingham. This procurement involves using a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) to award contracts for the planting, establishment, and maintenance of forestry sites, spanning between 750-900 hectares annually. The procurement stage is currently in the tender update phase, as of 3rd October 2025. The procurement method being employed is the selective, restricted procedure, and the tender, with a total value of £10 million, includes 12 available lots. The invitation for submission allows for electronic methods by 2nd August 2030.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in forestry services across the United Kingdom. It is well-suited for small to medium enterprises (SMEs) given the adaptable nature of the Dynamic Purchasing System, which can accommodate a diverse range of suppliers and contractors. Companies with expertise in forestry management, planting, and maintenance can benefit from engaging in this large-scale, multi-lot contract. The tender has strict criteria ensuring that successful bidders have the necessary technical and economic capability to meet the requirements and contribute to the region's sustainable forestry development. Additionally, with electronic invoicing and payment options, the procurement process facilitates smooth financial transactions, making it conducive for business growth.

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Notice Title

North Forest District Planting and Forest Management DPS

Notice Description

North England Forest District (NEFD) encompasses Northumberland, County Durham, Cumbria and North Lancashire. The District Office is based at Bellingham, with 7 outstation offices located across the District. The Forest District has an average current annual restock programme of between 750- 900Ha. Forestry England will be awarding contracts utilising a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for the provision of services to facilitate the planting, establishment, and early years maintenance of coniferous and broadleaf restock and new woodland sites.

Lot Information

Lot 1 - Bowland

Lot 1 - Bowland. Additional information: To respond to this opportunity please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/NGY3B725B9

Lot 2 - Grizedale

Lot 2 - Grizedale

Lot 3 - Ennerdale & Thornthwaite

Lot 3 - Ennerdale & Thornthwaite

Lot 4 - Cumberland

Lot 4 - Cumberland

Lot 5 - Kershope & Spadeadam

Lot 5 - Kershope & Spadeadam

Lot 6 - Kielder South

Lot 6 - Kielder South

Lot 7 - Kielder West

Lot 7 - Kielder West

Lot 8 - Kielder North

Lot 8 - Kielder North

Lot 9 - Kielder East

Lot 9 - Kielder East

Lot 10 - Continuous Cover Areas - Kielder Main Block

Lot 10 - Continuous Cover Areas - Kielder Main Block

Lot 11 - Rothbury

Lot 11 - Rothbury

Lot 12 - Hamsterley

Lot 12 - Hamsterley

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-035880
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062314-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Dynamic
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

77200000 - Forestry services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£10,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
2 Aug 20305 years to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
FORESTRY ENGLAND
Contact Name
Commercial Services
Contact Email
commercial.services@forestryengland.uk
Contact Phone
+44 300067400

Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS16 1EJ
Post Town
Bristol
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
South Gloucestershire
Electoral Ward
Stoke Park & Cheswick
Westminster Constituency
Filton and Bradley Stoke

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