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Award

18 May 2026 at 17:01

Award

12 Apr 2026 at 17:21

Award

12 Apr 2026 at 17:21

Award

29 Sep 2025 at 11:31

TenderUpdate

28 Jul 2025 at 08:18

Tender

24 Jul 2025 at 14:50

Summary of the contracting process

The recent procurement process undertaken by the Peak District National Park Authority involving an open framework for the supply and delivery of moorland plug plants has been successfully completed. The contracting authority, located in Bakewell, has facilitated this tender under the public authority - sub-central government category. The process targeted the industry sector of horticultural and nursery products, with deliveries expected across regions such as the UKD and UKE in the United Kingdom. The procurement utilized an open procedure, confirming transparency and accessibility for interested suppliers and was finalized with the contract award on 18th May 2026, covering the contract period until 31st March 2027.

This contract presents a notable business opportunity within the horticultural sector, particularly for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) specializing in large-scale plug plant production and delivery. Businesses adept in innovative packaging and efficient logistics for plant products would thrive under the demands of this framework. Moreover, with a procurement emphasis on quality and environmental impact, businesses that can demonstrate previous experience with similar projects and sustainable practices will be well-equipped to succeed. As a framework agreement, there are ongoing opportunities for further competitions, allowing additional businesses the chance to engage and expand their offerings in the horticultural market.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

MFF163-01 2025-2031 Framework for the supply and delivery of moorland plug plants

Notice Description

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 Information

Lot 1 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/045509-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details 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
£3,070,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
£230,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 May 20263 months ago
Submission Deadline
22 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Sep 202511 months ago
Contract Period
18 May 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Peak District National Park Authority
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BAKEWELL
Postcode
DE45 1AE
Postcode Area
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.) LIMITED

Further Information

Notice Documents

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