Planning

Tree Survey for Midland Metro Limited - Expression of Interest (EOI)

WEST MIDLANDS COMBINED AUTHORITY

This public procurement record has 1 release in its history.

Planning

14 Aug 2025 at 15:19

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The West Midlands Combined Authority is currently in the planning stage of a procurement process entitled "Tree Survey for Midland Metro Limited - Expression of Interest (EOI)." The project falls under the services category, specifically targeting surveying and environmental services within the UKG region, with a focus on Birmingham, United Kingdom. The initiative seeks experienced suppliers to carry out a comprehensive tree inspection and mapping survey along the West Midlands Metro light rail network. Key activities include risk evaluation and tagging of trees from Wolverhampton to Edgbaston. Interested suppliers must express their interest via email by 12 noon on 5th September 2025. A project contract is planned to commence on 3rd November 2025, concluding on 2nd November 2026.

This tender offers substantial growth opportunities for small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in arboricultural surveys or tree inspections, particularly those familiar with working in operational or transport corridors. Suppliers adept in tree risk assessment methodologies and digital systems for mapping and tagging will find this contract highly relevant. By participating in this EOI, businesses can demonstrate their skills in managing environmental risks, thereby positioning themselves for future endeavors related to infrastructure safety and vegetation management strategies. The experience within live infrastructure environments is advantageous and can set a firm apart in the bidding process.

Find more tenders on our Open Data Platform.
How relevant is this notice?

D3 Tenders Premium

Win More Public Sector Contracts

AI-powered tender discovery, pipeline management, and market intelligence — everything you need to grow your public sector business.

Start Free Trial Book a Demo
All Features Pricing

Notice Information

Notice Title

Tree Survey for Midland Metro Limited - Expression of Interest (EOI)

Notice Description

Tree Survey Midland Metro Limited (MML), part of the West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA), is seeking to identify experienced suppliers capable of delivering a comprehensive tree inspection and mapping survey along the segregated corridor of the West Midlands Metro light rail network. This Expression of Interest (EOI) aims to gather interest from suppliers who can undertake a detailed assessment of all trees within our operational corridor, supporting our ongoing efforts to manage environmental risks and maintain network safety. Scope of Work The successful supplier will be expected to: * Conduct a full inspection of all trees along the segregated sections of the West Midlands Metro network (from Wolverhampton to Edgbaston). For each tree, provide: * Risk evaluation to the network or nearby infrastructure * Physically tag established trees to support future identification and inspection. * Create a digital mapping record of all trees using GIS or equivalent format. Supply MML with a comprehensive, structured electronic dataset clearly identifying: * Location (coordinates or referencing system) * Tree ID/tag reference * Species, condition, risk notes * Photographic records (if available or recommended) This information will support our asset register and inform future vegetation and safety management strategies. Supplier Requirements Interested parties should be able to demonstrate: * Proven experience delivering arboricultural surveys or tree inspections in operational or transport corridors. * Knowledge of tree risk assessment methodologies (e.g. THREATS, QTRA, VALID, or similar). * Capability to tag, reference, and map trees using standardised digital systems. * Experience working in live infrastructure or operational environments is advantageous. We are particularly interested in examples of previous survey formats or output data that can be reviewed as part of a future Request for Quotation (RFQ) process. Please can you submit your interest by emailing the following contact by no later than the Friday 5th September 2025 12 noon. Abdirahman Abdullahi - MML Procurement and Contracts Officer Email: abdirahman.abdullahi@westmidlandsmetro.com

Planning Information

Tree Survey Midland Metro Limited (MML), part of the West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA), is seeking to identify experienced suppliers capable of delivering a comprehensive tree inspection and mapping survey along the segregated corridor of the West Midlands Metro light rail network. This Expression of Interest (EOI) aims to gather interest from suppliers who can undertake a detailed assessment of all trees within our operational corridor, supporting our ongoing efforts to manage environmental risks and maintain network safety. Scope of Work The successful supplier will be expected to: • Conduct a full inspection of all trees along the segregated sections of the West Midlands Metro network (from Wolverhampton to Edgbaston). For each tree, provide: • Risk evaluation to the network or nearby infrastructure • Physically tag established trees to support future identification and inspection. • Create a digital mapping record of all trees using GIS or equivalent format. Supply MML with a comprehensive, structured electronic dataset clearly identifying: • Location (coordinates or referencing system) • Tree ID/tag reference • Species, condition, risk notes • Photographic records (if available or recommended) This information will support our asset register and inform future vegetation and safety management strategies. Supplier Requirements Interested parties should be able to demonstrate: • Proven experience delivering arboricultural surveys or tree inspections in operational or transport corridors. • Knowledge of tree risk assessment methodologies (e.g. THREATS, QTRA, VALID, or similar). • Capability to tag, reference, and map trees using standardised digital systems. • Experience working in live infrastructure or operational environments is advantageous. We are particularly interested in examples of previous survey formats or output data that can be reviewed as part of a future Request for Quotation (RFQ) process. Please can you submit your interest by emailing the following contact by no later than the Friday 5th September 2025 12 noon. Abdirahman Abdullahi – MML Procurement and Contracts Officer Email: abdirahman.abdullahi@westmidlandsmetro.com

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05883c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048888-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

CPV Codes

71355000 - Surveying services

90000000 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£18,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
5 Sep 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
3 Nov 2025 - 2 Nov 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WEST MIDLANDS COMBINED AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement.team@wmca.org.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B19 3SD
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Newtown
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Further Information

Notice Documents

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

View full OCDS Record for this contracting process

Download

The Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS) is a framework designed to increase transparency and access to public procurement data in the public sector. It is widely used by governments and organisations worldwide to report on procurement processes and contracts. 

{
    "tag": [
        "compiled"
    ],
    "id": "ocds-h6vhtk-05883c-2025-08-14T16:19:51+01:00",
    "date": "2025-08-14T16:19:51+01:00",
    "ocid": "ocds-h6vhtk-05883c",
    "initiationType": "tender",
    "parties": [
        {
            "id": "GB-PPON-PGMD-1353-PZVX",
            "name": "West Midlands Combined Authority",
            "identifier": {
                "scheme": "GB-PPON",
                "id": "PGMD-1353-PZVX"
            },
            "address": {
                "streetAddress": "16 Summer Lane",
                "locality": "Birmingham",
                "postalCode": "B19 3SD",
                "country": "GB",
                "countryName": "United Kingdom",
                "region": "UKG31"
            },
            "contactPoint": {
                "email": "procurement.team@wmca.org.uk"
            },
            "roles": [
                "buyer"
            ],
            "details": {
                "url": "http://www.WMCA.org.uk",
                "classifications": [
                    {
                        "scheme": "UK_CA_TYPE",
                        "id": "publicAuthoritySubCentralGovernment",
                        "description": "Public authority - sub-central government"
                    }
                ]
            }
        }
    ],
    "buyer": {
        "id": "GB-PPON-PGMD-1353-PZVX",
        "name": "West Midlands Combined Authority"
    },
    "planning": {
        "milestones": [
            {
                "id": "engagement",
                "type": "engagement",
                "description": "Tree Survey Midland Metro Limited (MML), part of the West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA), is seeking to identify experienced suppliers capable of delivering a comprehensive tree inspection and mapping survey along the segregated corridor of the West Midlands Metro light rail network. This Expression of Interest (EOI) aims to gather interest from suppliers who can undertake a detailed assessment of all trees within our operational corridor, supporting our ongoing efforts to manage environmental risks and maintain network safety. Scope of Work The successful supplier will be expected to: * Conduct a full inspection of all trees along the segregated sections of the West Midlands Metro network (from Wolverhampton to Edgbaston). For each tree, provide: * Risk evaluation to the network or nearby infrastructure * Physically tag established trees to support future identification and inspection. * Create a digital mapping record of all trees using GIS or equivalent format. Supply MML with a comprehensive, structured electronic dataset clearly identifying: * Location (coordinates or referencing system) * Tree ID/tag reference * Species, condition, risk notes * Photographic records (if available or recommended) This information will support our asset register and inform future vegetation and safety management strategies. Supplier Requirements Interested parties should be able to demonstrate: * Proven experience delivering arboricultural surveys or tree inspections in operational or transport corridors. * Knowledge of tree risk assessment methodologies (e.g. THREATS, QTRA, VALID, or similar). * Capability to tag, reference, and map trees using standardised digital systems. * Experience working in live infrastructure or operational environments is advantageous. We are particularly interested in examples of previous survey formats or output data that can be reviewed as part of a future Request for Quotation (RFQ) process. Please can you submit your interest by emailing the following contact by no later than the Friday 5th September 2025 12 noon. Abdirahman Abdullahi - MML Procurement and Contracts Officer Email: abdirahman.abdullahi@westmidlandsmetro.com",
                "dueDate": "2025-09-05T23:59:59+01:00",
                "status": "scheduled"
            }
        ],
        "documents": [
            {
                "id": "048888-2025",
                "documentType": "marketEngagementNotice",
                "noticeType": "UK2",
                "description": "Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender",
                "url": "https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048888-2025",
                "datePublished": "2025-08-14T16:19:51+01:00",
                "format": "text/html"
            }
        ]
    },
    "tender": {
        "id": "MML0126",
        "legalBasis": {
            "id": "2023/54",
            "scheme": "UKPGA",
            "uri": "https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents"
        },
        "title": "Tree Survey for Midland Metro Limited - Expression of Interest (EOI)",
        "description": "Tree Survey Midland Metro Limited (MML), part of the West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA), is seeking to identify experienced suppliers capable of delivering a comprehensive tree inspection and mapping survey along the segregated corridor of the West Midlands Metro light rail network. This Expression of Interest (EOI) aims to gather interest from suppliers who can undertake a detailed assessment of all trees within our operational corridor, supporting our ongoing efforts to manage environmental risks and maintain network safety. Scope of Work The successful supplier will be expected to: * Conduct a full inspection of all trees along the segregated sections of the West Midlands Metro network (from Wolverhampton to Edgbaston). For each tree, provide: * Risk evaluation to the network or nearby infrastructure * Physically tag established trees to support future identification and inspection. * Create a digital mapping record of all trees using GIS or equivalent format. Supply MML with a comprehensive, structured electronic dataset clearly identifying: * Location (coordinates or referencing system) * Tree ID/tag reference * Species, condition, risk notes * Photographic records (if available or recommended) This information will support our asset register and inform future vegetation and safety management strategies. Supplier Requirements Interested parties should be able to demonstrate: * Proven experience delivering arboricultural surveys or tree inspections in operational or transport corridors. * Knowledge of tree risk assessment methodologies (e.g. THREATS, QTRA, VALID, or similar). * Capability to tag, reference, and map trees using standardised digital systems. * Experience working in live infrastructure or operational environments is advantageous. We are particularly interested in examples of previous survey formats or output data that can be reviewed as part of a future Request for Quotation (RFQ) process. Please can you submit your interest by emailing the following contact by no later than the Friday 5th September 2025 12 noon. Abdirahman Abdullahi - MML Procurement and Contracts Officer Email: abdirahman.abdullahi@westmidlandsmetro.com",
        "items": [
            {
                "id": "1",
                "additionalClassifications": [
                    {
                        "scheme": "CPV",
                        "id": "71355000",
                        "description": "Surveying services"
                    },
                    {
                        "scheme": "CPV",
                        "id": "90000000",
                        "description": "Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services"
                    }
                ],
                "deliveryAddresses": [
                    {
                        "region": "UKG",
                        "country": "GB",
                        "countryName": "United Kingdom"
                    }
                ],
                "relatedLot": "1"
            }
        ],
        "value": {
            "amountGross": 21600,
            "amount": 18000,
            "currency": "GBP"
        },
        "mainProcurementCategory": "services",
        "specialRegime": [
            "utilities"
        ],
        "aboveThreshold": false,
        "lots": [
            {
                "id": "1",
                "suitability": {
                    "sme": true
                },
                "contractPeriod": {
                    "startDate": "2025-11-03T00:00:00+00:00",
                    "endDate": "2026-11-02T23:59:59+00:00"
                },
                "status": "planning"
            }
        ],
        "status": "planning"
    },
    "language": "en"
}