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MFF163 2025-2031 open Framework for the supply and delivery of moorland plug plants

PEAK DISTRICT NATIONAL PARK AUTHORITY

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Award

29 Sep 2025 at 10:31

TenderUpdate

28 Jul 2025 at 07:18

Tender

24 Jul 2025 at 13:50

Summary of the contracting process

The Peak District National Park Authority has completed the procurement process for the tender titled "MFF163 2025-2031 Open Framework for the supply and delivery of moorland plug plants." This procurement falls under the goods category within the horticultural and nursery industry. The contract is geographically focused on delivery locations across the Peak District National Park and South Pennines Special Area of Conservation (SAC) within the UK regions marked UKC, UKD, UKE, and UKF. The procurement followed an open procedure method, and the process has progressed to the award stage as of 29 September 2025. The framework uses a long-term contract approach with a scheduled contract period beginning 9 October 2025 and ending 8 October 2029. A total of two lots were included in this procurement, and the standstill period ends on 8 October 2025.

The tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in the supply of horticultural goods, particularly moorland plug plants. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in this field can benefit greatly, as highlighted by the successful award to MICROPROPAGATION SERVICES (E.M.) LIMITED, an SME based in Loughborough. The contract involves the delivery of up to 4,000,000 plug plants over six years, presenting a substantial volume opportunity for suppliers capable of meeting large-scale, recurring supply requirements. These frameworks enable suppliers to showcase their skill in sustainable practices, a valuable aspect for businesses focusing on environmental impact, aligning with the tender's emphasis on social value. Businesses with strong logistical capabilities and innovative packaging solutions are particularly well-suited to compete in this tender as it allows them to perfectly demonstrate their capabilities in efficiently meeting large delivery demands across predefined regions.

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Notice Title

MFF163 2025-2031 open Framework for the supply and delivery of moorland plug plants

Notice Description

Supply & Delivery of Moorland Plug Plants to delivery sites within the Peak District National Park and South Pennines SAC. A quantity of up to 4,000,000 Plug Plants over 6 years (up to 600,000 per year)- over the OFW Period. It is anticipated that the requirement each year will be no less than 50,000 Plug Plants

Lot Information

Lot 1

Lot 1 - A quantity of up to 4,000,000 plug plants over 6 years (up to 600,000 plug plants per year)- over the OFW Period. It is anticipated that the requirement each year will be no less than 50,000 plugs plants.

Lot 2

Lot 2 - A quantity of up to 300,000 plug plants over 6 years (up to 50,000 plug plants per year)- over the OFW Period. It is anticipated that the requirement each year will be no less than 5,000 plugs plants. Please see Invitation to Tender for delivery details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-056592
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/060426-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

03120000 - Horticultural and nursery products

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£3,663,600 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£3,053,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
£2,840,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Sep 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
22 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
4 Sep 20255 months ago
Contract Period
8 Oct 2025 - 8 Oct 2029 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active, Pending
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
PEAK DISTRICT NATIONAL PARK AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
legal.instructions@peakdistrict.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BAKEWELL
Postcode
DE45 1AE
Post Town
Derby
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF13 South and West Derbyshire
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England)

Local Authority
Derbyshire Dales
Electoral Ward
Bakewell
Westminster Constituency
Derbyshire Dales

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MICROPROPAGATION SERVICES (E.M.

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