Award

Tree Work in Bishop's Stortford

BISHOP'S STORTFORD TOWN COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

25 Nov 2025 at 11:13

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Tender

13 Oct 2025 at 09:58

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Bishop's Stortford Town Council has awarded a contract to Maskalls Tree Surgery for tree maintenance services in Bishop's Stortford, under the procurement title "Tree Work in Bishop's Stortford". The contract was awarded on 25th November 2025 and is set to run until 31st March 2028, with work divided into three stages, each having specific completion dates. This procurement falls under the services category and was conducted through an open procurement method, with a total contract value of £49,110. The council, as a sub-central government authority, organised the procurement process to ensure the ongoing health and appearance of trees, following initial surveys indicating urgent and scheduled work requirements.

This tender represents an opportunity for businesses specialising in tree maintenance and related services. Companies like SMEs, especially those offering competitive pricing and quality workmanship, stand to gain from such contract opportunities. The project's extensive timeline and phased approach provide a steady pipeline of work, making it an attractive prospect for businesses looking to establish or grow their presence in the UKH23 region. Furthermore, the open competition nature of the tender allows varied businesses the chance to participate and potentially secure a contract that aligns with their service offerings and growth strategies.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Tree Work in Bishop's Stortford

Notice Description

Following tree surveys undertaken by Bishop's Stortford Town Council, a quantity of work has been identified to improve the health and appearance of trees within the town. Some of the work is urgent; however, the majority of the tree works will need to be scheduled by the contractor who gains the contract. The tree works will be split into three stages: STAGE 1 - Start immediately to 31st March 2026 Works to be completed within six months All work must be completed by 31st March 2026 STAGE 2 - 1st April 2026 to 31st March 2027 Works to be completed within the dates shown All work must be completed by 31st March 2027 STAGE 3 - 1st April 2027 to 31st March 2028 Works to be completed within the dates shown All work must be completed by 31st March 2028

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05ae01
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/076777-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

77 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services

CPV Codes

77211500 - Tree-maintenance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£30,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£30,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£40,925 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Nov 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
14 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Nov 20253 months ago
Contract Period
25 Nov 2025 - 31 Mar 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BISHOP'S STORTFORD TOWN COUNCIL
Contact Name
Sim Richardson
Contact Email
tenders@bishopsstortfordtc.gov.uk
Contact Phone
01279 712142

Buyer Location

Locality
BISHOP'S STORTFORD
Postcode
CM23 2ND
Post Town
Chelmsford
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH26 North and East Hertfordshire
Delivery Location
TLH23 Hertfordshire CC
Local Authority
East Hertfordshire
Electoral Ward
Bishop's Stortford Central
Westminster Constituency
Hertford and Stortford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MASKALLS TREE SURGERY

Further Information

Notice Documents

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