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Contract for Woodland Establishment & Maintenance of new woodlands at various sites across County Durham (2026)

DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL

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10 Dec 2025 at 13:19

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

This procurement process was managed by Durham County Council for the establishment and maintenance of new woodlands at various sites across County Durham, scheduled early in the 2026 planting season. The contract involves landscape works, including the planting of approximately 19,000 broadleaved trees across ten sites, with three years of subsequent maintenance. It falls under the 'works' industry category, specifically landscaping work, and is located within the UKC14 region. The procurement was completed at the award stage on 10th December 2025, using a limited competition method below the threshold, emphasizing the importance of ensuring local expertise in tree planting and maintenance. The contract was awarded to MICROSITE, a supplier known for its experience in such projects.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specializing in landscaping, forestry, and environmental conservation, particularly those familiar with the logistics of large-scale tree planting and maintenance in the North East of England. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) like MICROSITE, which provide tailored solutions and demonstrate a strong understanding of local environmental conditions and regulatory frameworks, stand a good chance of thriving through such public sector opportunities. The project's focus on sustainability and woodland development aligns well with organisations that prioritise ecological enhancement and community engagement.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Contract for Woodland Establishment & Maintenance of new woodlands at various sites across County Durham (2026)

Notice Description

Landscape Works Contract for Woodland Establishment & Maintenance of new woodlands at various sites across County Durham. DCC is to appoint a single Contractor to carry out the planting of approximately 19,000 mainly broadleaved trees across 10 sites including the supply of trees, guards, stakes and fencing etc, the planting of the trees early 2026 planting season and including 3 years maintenance thereof including weeding, cutting of footpaths and the replacement of failed elements. This contract will be awarded on a sole supplier basis; however, the Council will hold one bidder in reserve to protect the provision of the contract deliverables.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05f2bd
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/081495-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45112700 - Landscaping work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£146,593 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Dec 20252 months ago
Contract Period
1 Jan 2026 - 31 Dec 2028 3-4 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
DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
corporate.procurement@durham.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
DURHAM
Postcode
DH1 5WB
Post Town
Durham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC41 Durham
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
County Durham
Electoral Ward
Framwellgate and Newton Hall
Westminster Constituency
City of Durham

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MICROSITE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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