Award

Arboriculture Services

MHS HOMES GROUP

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Award

09 Dec 2025 at 15:27

TenderUpdate

07 Oct 2025 at 14:15

Tender

07 Oct 2025 at 14:01

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for Arboriculture Services, conducted by mhs homes group, reflects a completed phase in the public procurement lifecycle. This process focuses on delivering comprehensive tree-related services such as routine and emergency tree works, planting, and adherence to health and safety standards. The contracting authority, mhs homes group, based in Chatham, UKJ41, followed an open procedure method, and the procurement has reached the award stage with Tag Trees Limited being selected as the supplier. The contract period is set to begin on 1st April 2026 and conclude on 31st March 2029, with an option for renewal up to 2031. Key dates include the standstill period ending on 18th December 2025, ahead of the signature scheduled for 4th February 2026.

This tender presents significant opportunities for SMEs specialising in arboriculture and related services. Small and medium enterprise (SME) suppliers, like the awarded Tag Trees Limited, showcased their capabilities in meeting the requirements mapped out in the tender. The contract offers a valued business opportunity, with a gross amount of approximately £472,870.54, and supports growth potential through ongoing operations and the option for renewal. Businesses in tree-clearing, cutting, and maintenance within the UK, specifically in the South East region, will find this tender an fitting match to exercise their expertise and expand their service footprint. By aligning with mhs homes group’s sustainability and social value goals, suppliers can further enhance their market positioning and contribute to community-oriented outcomes.

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Notice Title

Arboriculture Services

Notice Description

This procurement seeks to appoint a qualified and experienced contractor to deliver comprehensive arboriculture services across our estate. The contract will address the need for: * Routine and emergency tree works * Tree planting and aftercare * Compliance with health & safety and environmental standards * Transparent reporting and performance monitoring * Contribution to mhs homes' social value and sustainability goals

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05a9b0
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/081127-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award 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

77211300 - Tree-clearing services

77211400 - Tree-cutting services

77211500 - Tree-maintenance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£425,275 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£425,275 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
£394,058 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
4 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Dec 20252 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MHS HOMES GROUP
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@mhs.org.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
CHATHAM
Postcode
ME4 4LL
Post Town
Rochester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ41 Medway
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)

Local Authority
Medway
Electoral Ward
Chatham Central & Brompton
Westminster Constituency
Rochester and Strood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

TAG TREES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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