Tender

Borehole drilling for livestock water supply

NATURAL ENGLAND

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Tender

07 Nov 2025 at 16:44

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Natural England is seeking contractors for a borehole drilling project aimed at supplying water for livestock through the installation of a solar-powered borehole system. The project involves drilling the borehole, installing a pump to fill a 10,000-litre underground tank, and setting up a water trough. The procurement is classified under the 'works' category, with a focus on water-well drilling, and is open for competition with submissions via the Request for Quotation (RFQ). Located in the United Kingdom, this opportunity falls under the central government public authority classification. The tender process is currently active, with key dates including an enquiry period ending on 26th November 2025, and a submission deadline by midday on 1st December 2025. The contract period is scheduled from 3rd December 2025 to 28th February 2026.

This tender offers significant business growth opportunities, particularly for small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in drilling and water management systems. Companies specialising in environmental solutions, renewable energy, or agricultural infrastructure will find this project aligns well with their services. The open procurement method allows all qualified businesses to compete, making it an excellent opportunity for companies to establish or expand their footprint in government projects. Engaging in this contract could enhance a company's portfolio in sustainable energy and environmentally friendly water solutions, potentially leading to further opportunities within the public sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Borehole drilling for livestock water supply

Notice Description

Install a water powered solar bore hole, to provide water for livestock, works include drilling borehole installing pump to fill existing 10000l underground tank and to install a water trough.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05dd23
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072196-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45262220 - Water-well drilling

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
7 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
1 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
3 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
NATURAL ENGLAND
Contact Name
Tom Simpson
Contact Email
tom.simpson@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

Further Information

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