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RFQ 2025/28 - Prune and shape the yew hedge at the Peace Maze in Castlewellan Forest Park - Retender

Newry, Mourne and Down District Council (NMD)

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03 Nov 2025 at 11:39

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Summary of the contracting process

The Newry, Mourne and Down District Council is conducting an open tender process for the project "RFQ 2025/28 - Prune and shape the yew hedge at the Peace Maze in Castlewellan Forest Park - Retender." This procurement falls under the services category, specifically tree pruning and hedge trimming. The process is currently at the tender stage, with a deadline for submissions set for 17th November 2025 at 12:00 GMT, while enquiries can be made until 12th November 2025. The contract period will run from 8th December 2025 to 28th February 2026. This project aligns with upcoming celebratory events marking the 25th anniversary of the Peace Maze, a significant feature of the Castlewellan Forest Park, known for its 3.5 km long yew hedge. Located in the United Kingdom's region of Newry, this offers a substantial opportunity for service providers in the public undertaking sector.

Businesses specialising in horticultural services, particularly those with expertise in tree pruning, hedge shaping, and weed control, could find this tender a valuable opportunity for growth. The Council is seeking a qualified and experienced contractor, and the tender is accessible through a below-threshold open competition. Interested companies, including SMEs and VCSEs, are encouraged to submit proposals and must ensure compliance with the submission requirements via the MultiQuote platform. The contract's estimated value of £15,000, alongside a focus on quality and cost as award criteria, presents a competitive avenue for businesses seeking to expand their public sector portfolio in the United Kingdom.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

RFQ 2025/28 - Prune and shape the yew hedge at the Peace Maze in Castlewellan Forest Park - Retender

Notice Description

Newry, Mourne and Down District Council operates Castlewellan Forest Park. A key Visitor attraction within the park is the Peace Maze, constructed from 6000 yew trees at a total approximate length of 3.5km. The yew hedge requires annual pruning, shaping and weed removal. The Council is seeking to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced contractor to undertake this task. 2026 marks the 25th anniversary of the opening of the Peace Maze and a number of celebratory events are planned. It is therefore vital that the yew hedge is well presented and that weeds / invasives are removed / treated in a manner that offers long-term results.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05d8cd
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/070385-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

77340000 - Tree pruning and hedge trimming

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£15,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£15,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Nov 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
17 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
8 Dec 2025 - 28 Feb 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Newry, Mourne and Down District Council (NMD)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NEWRY
Postcode
BT35 8DJ
Postcode Area
Northern Ireland
Country
Northern Ireland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLN Northern Ireland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLN0 Northern Ireland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLN08 Newry, Mourne and Down
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Newry, Mourne and Down
Electoral Ward
Ballybot
Westminster Constituency
Newry and Armagh

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