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To supply tree planting stock for the LIFE in the Ravines project for autumn/winter 2025/26

Natural England

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

02 Sep 2025 at 08:47

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Tender

18 Jul 2025 at 18:55

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process was conducted by Natural England, a central government public authority, to supply tree planting stock for the LIFE in the Ravines project for autumn/winter 2025/26. This process involved the supply of 20,915 native hardwood saplings suitable for the Tilio-acerion ravine woodlands, with deliveries scheduled between September 2025 and May 2026. The procurement method was an open competition below the threshold, targeting goods within the plant and tree categories. The awarded contract, active as of 20th August 2025, was granted to ALBA TREES LTD, with the delivery locations specified in the United Kingdom region of UKF. Key dates included the submission deadline for quotations on 7th August 2025 and the contract execution commencing on 15th September 2025.

This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses involved in the horticulture and environmental sectors, particularly those specialising in large-scale native tree and plant supplies. Companies proficient in fulfilling detailed logistical requirements related to plant batch deliveries across multiple sites are well-suited to compete in similar tenders. The competitive open procurement method favours companies that can demonstrate both compliance with strict environmental and logistical standards and the ability to manage contract variations, such as sourcing suitable alternative species if required. Engaging in such contracts could enhance business reputation and expand operations within central government projects.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

To supply tree planting stock for the LIFE in the Ravines project for autumn/winter 2025/26

Notice Description

To supply 20915 saplings of specified native hardwood species suitable for planting in Tilio-acerion ravine woodlands, via batched deliveries to three project sites. Supply and delivery to take place between September 2025 - May 2026. Quantities, species, delivery sites and intervals are all included in the supporting documentation.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Options: If any tree species become unavailable we would consider the supplier sourcing trees from other suppliers, assuming the same criteria of trees is met. If this option is not available we would consider discussing the supply of alternative available species. If, in this instance, we cannot agree on a suitable alternative species then the contract would be reduced by the value of the unavailable trees.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05627d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052987-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

03 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products

CPV Codes

03451000 - Plants

03452000 - Trees

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£49,999 Under £100K
Lots Value
£49,999 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£15,685 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Sep 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
7 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Aug 20251 years ago
Contract Period
15 Sep 2025 - 28 May 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Natural England
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 4DF
Postcode Area
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
TLF East Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ALBA TREES LTD

Further Information

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