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Fenn's, Whixall & Bettisfield Mosses NNR - AfterLIFE Forest to bog management

NATURAL ENGLAND

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Award

22 Dec 2025 at 10:58

TenderUpdate

25 Nov 2025 at 15:13

Tender

07 Nov 2025 at 15:32

Summary of the contracting process

Natural England, a central government public authority in the United Kingdom, has completed a procurement process titled "Fenn's, Whixall & Bettisfield Mosses NNR - AfterLIFE Forest to bog management". This process falls under the industry category of nature reserve services and took place in London. The procurement method used was an open competition below the threshold, and the contract was awarded on 5th December 2025. The project began on 8th December 2025 and is expected to end by 20th February 2026, focusing on the treatment of woody species across various regions.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) like WILDBANKS CONSERVATION LIMITED, which was the awarded supplier. Companies specialising in environmental services, particularly those with expertise in forest and bog management, are well-suited to compete in similar tenders. Engaging in such contracts not only allows businesses to expand their portfolio in nature conservation but also to collaborate closely with government bodies, thus enhancing their reputation and experience in the public sector.

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Notice Title

Fenn's, Whixall & Bettisfield Mosses NNR - AfterLIFE Forest to bog management

Notice Description

The aim of the contract is to herbicide treat (primarily) birch and pine by cut and treat starting 8th December 2025. The target species will be all woody species (Birch, Alder Buckthorn, Oak, Rowan, and Willow) on the bunds and birch, willow & pine only in the cells.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Options: Not all of the work may be commissioned, dependant on funding.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05dd07
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/085277-2025
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

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services


CPV Codes

92533000 - Nature reserve services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£30,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£30,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£28,231 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
1 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Dec 20252 months ago
Contract Period
8 Dec 2025 - 20 Feb 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NATURAL ENGLAND
Contact Name
Peter Bowyer
Contact Email
peter.bowyer@naturalengland.org.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 4DF
Post Town
South West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

WILDBANKS CONSERVATION

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