Award

The Provision of Tree Works at Stafford Castle

STAFFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

16 Feb 2024 at 09:25

Tender

22 Nov 2023 at 15:31

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the provision of tree works at Stafford Castle has been completed by Stafford Borough Council. The contract covers tree-cutting services at the 26-acre site, including the Keep, inner bailey, outer bailey, herb garden, and woodland. The contract was awarded to Acorn Environmental Management Group for a value of £180,000. The procurement method was an open procedure, and the buying organization is Stafford Borough Council, located in Stafford, United Kingdom.

This tender opportunity presents a chance for businesses in the tree-cutting services industry to compete for a contract with Stafford Borough Council. Companies with expertise in tree maintenance and tree-clearing services could find this opportunity particularly relevant. The Council has set specific technical requirements, including health and safety accreditations and competency levels for tree work operatives. Interested suppliers must adhere to the submission terms and note the £180,000 contract value. The submission deadline is December 22, 2023, and the award period starts on the same day, providing a clear timeline for engagement in the procurement process.

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Notice Title

The Provision of Tree Works at Stafford Castle

Notice Description

Stafford Borough Council has warded a contract to carry out works at Stafford Castle approximately 2 miles outside of the town of Stafford. The site itself is 26 acres and consists of the Keep, inner bailey, outer bailey, herb garden and woodland. A visitor Centre houses hands on armour, arms, and costumes.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-041c10
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/005166-2024
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

77211300 - Tree-clearing services

77211400 - Tree-cutting services

77211500 - Tree-maintenance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£180,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£180,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£180,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Feb 20242 years ago
Submission Deadline
22 Dec 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Feb 20242 years ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2024 - 31 Dec 2024 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
STAFFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
michelle.davies@staffordshire.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
STAFFORD
Postcode
N/A
Post Town
Not specified
Country
Not specified

Major Region (ITL 1)
Not specified
Basic Region (ITL 2)
Not specified
Small Region (ITL 3)
Not specified
Delivery Location
TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire

Local Authority
Not specified
Electoral Ward
Not specified
Westminster Constituency
Not specified

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ACORN ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT GROUP

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