Tender

Framework Agreement for the Provision of Arboricultural and Horticultural services

LONDON BOROUGH OF REDBRIDGE

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Tender

12 Jan 2026 at 16:46

Summary of the contracting process

The London Borough of Redbridge has issued a tender for a Framework Agreement focused on providing arboricultural and horticultural services. This procurement is categorised under agricultural, forestry, and horticultural services, targeting various sites such as highways, housing, leisure, and education within the UK. The process, currently in the tender stage, is conducted through an open procedure due to a state of urgency. Key dates include the tender period ending on 22nd January 2026 and the award period closing on 17th February 2026, with services set to commence on 1st March 2026. The authority has outlined a contract period lasting until 2028, with a possible extension to 2030, making it a substantial opportunity for appropriate service providers.

This tender provides robust growth opportunities for businesses specialising in arboriculture, horticulture, and related environmental services. It is ideally suited for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) capable of delivering high-quality services including tree management, grass cutting, and weed control. The framework is structured to allow suppliers to bid on specific lots, encouraging specialist firms to participate. The competitive nature of the tender, emphasising both price and quality, makes it a valuable prospect for businesses looking to expand their footprint in the public sector, particularly those experienced in the dynamic management of urban green spaces.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Framework Agreement for the Provision of Arboricultural and Horticultural services

Notice Description

The Authority is inviting tender Framework Agreement for the Provision of Arboricultural and Horticultural services The Authority is responsible for approximately 40,000 trees (not including woodlands), principally situated on Highways, Housing, Leisure and Education sites. The responsibility of the management is delegated to Neighbourhood Street Scene, as has the responsibility for managing grass, weeds and shrubs on the highway. The Framework Agreement delivers the operational elements of tree pruning, felling and planting, cutting grass and shrubs and chemical control of weeds.

Lot Information

Arboriculture Services

LBR- Arboriculture Services

Renewal: As detailed in the ITT documents

Horticultural and minor Arboricultural Services

LBR- Horticultural and minor Arboricultural Services

Renewal: As detailed in the ITT documents

Grass Cutting Operations

LBR -Grass Cutting Operations

Renewal: As detailed in the ITT documents

Weed Control and Pesticide Treatment

LBR-Weed Control and Pesticide Treatment

Renewal: As detailed in the ITT documents

Arboriculture Emergency Service

LBR-Arboriculture Emergency Service

Renewal: As detailed in the ITT documents

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-060410
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002421-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

77000000 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£5 Under £100K
Lots Value
£5 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Jan 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
22 Jan 20262 days to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Mar 2026 - 29 Feb 2028 2-3 years
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
LONDON BOROUGH OF REDBRIDGE
Contact Name
Raymond Koker
Contact Email
raymond.koker@redbridge.gov.uk
Contact Phone
02085545000

Buyer Location

Locality
ILFORD
Postcode
IG1 1NN
Post Town
Ilford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI5 Outer London - East and North East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI53 Redbridge and Waltham Forest
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Redbridge
Electoral Ward
Ilford Town
Westminster Constituency
Ilford South

Further Information

Notice Documents

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