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Provision of Rhododendron ponticum control at Tayvallich, North Knapdale

ARGYLL AND THE ISLES COAST AND COUNTRYSIDE TRUST (ACT)

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03 Jun 2025 at 09:13

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06 May 2024 at 13:23

Tender

22 Apr 2024 at 07:48

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process for the "Provision of Rhododendron ponticum control at Tayvallich, North Knapdale" is overseen by the Argyll and the Isles Coast and Countryside Trust (ACT). This contract falls under the category of Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural, and apicultural services and is located in North Knapdale, Argyll. An open procedure was initiated, with a mandatory Bidders Day held on 8th May 2024 at Tayvallich Village Hall. The completed tender was awarded on 6th November 2024 to Argyll Invasive Species Management, valued at £349,660. The work covers a 36-hectare area and needs completion by 31st March 2026, with the project financially supported by the Scottish Government Nature Restoration Fund and managed by NatureScot.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses experienced in large-scale horticultural and environmental services, especially those specialising in invasive species management. With the award criteria emphasising quality (70%) alongside price (30%), companies that can demonstrate effective and innovative methods for Rhododendron ponticum control are well-positioned to compete. The project’s open procurement method and significant contract value make it particularly attractive to SMEs looking to expand their portfolio within environmental restoration initiatives. The project’s backing by governmental funds further strengthens its potential for businesses seeking reliable and impactful contracts.

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Notice Title

Provision of Rhododendron ponticum control at Tayvallich, North Knapdale

Notice Description

We are looking for experienced, qualified contractors to undertake Rhododendron ponticum control over a net area of 36ha

Lot Information

Lot 1

Argyll & The Isles Coast & Countryside Trust seeks a suitably qualified and experienced contractor to deliver high quality control of Rhododendron ponticum using appropriate methods across a large site in North Knapdale. The net area of coverage of Rhododendron ponticum is 36 ha, and treatment across the entire area is required by the 31st March 2026. This project is supported by the Scottish Government Nature Restoration Fund, managed by NatureScot.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0453dd
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029397-2025
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

77000000 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services

77200000 - Forestry services

77211300 - Tree-clearing services

77300000 - Horticultural services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£360,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£360,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£349,660 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Jun 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
27 May 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Nov 20241 years ago
Contract Period
26 Jun 2024 - 31 Mar 2026 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ARGYLL AND THE ISLES COAST AND COUNTRYSIDE TRUST (ACT)
Contact Name
Philippa McKee
Contact Email
philippa@act-now.org.uk
Contact Phone
+44 7377981934

Buyer Location

Locality
ARGYLL
Postcode
PA31 8SH
Post Town
Paisley
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM2 Highlands and Islands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM20 Highlands and Islands
Delivery Location
TLM63 Lochaber, Skye and Lochalsh, Arran and Cumbrae, and Argyll and Bute

Local Authority
Argyll and Bute
Electoral Ward
Mid Argyll
Westminster Constituency
Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ARGYLL INVASIVE SPECIES MANAGEMENT

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