Award

Homes England - Harras Moor, Whitehaven - Tree Felling & Planting Works

HOMES ENGLAND

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Award

15 Jan 2026 at 15:17

Summary of the contracting process

This public procurement process was managed by Homes England, a sub-central government public authority, focusing on tree felling and planting works at Harras Moor, Whitehaven. The project falls under the services category in the forestry and horticultural industry. The process reached the contract award stage on 15 January 2026, marking the completion of the procurement. The procurement method applied was 'limited', targeting below-threshold competitive engagement. The contract, which was signed on 28 November 2025, commenced on 1 December 2025 and is set to conclude on 1 December 2026. The work site is located in the United Kingdom, specifically within the region UKD1.

This contract presents an opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the agricultural and horticultural sectors, like Lowther Forestry Group Limited, which secured the award. The focus on forestry services, alongside clear timelines and set deliverables, offers businesses specialising in these areas the chance to showcase their expertise and contribute to public projects. Engaging with such tenders not only provides immediate business opportunities but also helps in establishing long-term relationships with public entities like Homes England, fostering potential for future growth and collaboration on government contracts.

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Notice Title

Homes England - Harras Moor, Whitehaven - Tree Felling & Planting Works

Notice Description

Following the outcome of a survey on the Harras Moor site tree felling, replacement planting and maintenance works are urgently required prior to bird nesting season.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0606e7
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003585-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

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

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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£34,888 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Nov 20252 months ago
Contract Period
1 Dec 2025 - 1 Dec 2026 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
HOMES ENGLAND
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
transparency@homesengland.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE
Postcode
NE4 5BZ
Post Town
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC43 Tyneside
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Newcastle upon Tyne
Electoral Ward
Arthur's Hill
Westminster Constituency
Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

LOWTHER FORESTRY GROUP

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