Tender

Tree Works for South Kesteven District Council

SOUTH KESTEVEN DISTRICT COUNCIL

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Tender

09 Feb 2026 at 09:13

Summary of the contracting process

South Kesteven District Council is spearheading a procurement process for "Tree Works" aimed at securing a single contractor to deliver arboricultural services. This service is crucial for maintaining and managing trees in accordance with national standards across the Council's jurisdiction. This tender, categorised under tree-clearing, tree-cutting, and tree-maintenance services, falls within the 'services' procurement category and follows an open procedure. The deadline for tender submissions is set for 9th March 2026, with the enquiry period closing on 27th February 2026. The contract, valued at £600,000, will commence on 1st April 2026 and potentially extend until 31st March 2030, subject to performance and approval.

This procurement presents a lucrative opportunity for businesses specialising in arboricultural services, particularly those focused on tree maintenance and clearance, to secure a multi-year contract offering consistent work and revenue. SMEs (Small and Medium-sized Enterprises) and VCSEs (Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprises) are encouraged to participate, given the inclusive sustainability criteria tailored for them. The evaluation criteria, prioritising both price and quality, demand competitive pricing alongside high-quality service standards, appealing to businesses with a strong track record in delivering professional tree services. This project not only offers growth potential through sustained contractual work but also enhances business credibility through engagement with a public authority.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Tree Works for South Kesteven District Council

Notice Description

The aim of this procurement exercise is to appoint a single contractor to provide arboricultural services for South Kesteven District Council on a multi-year basis, with fixed prices for a defined schedule of arboricultural operations. The contract will ensure high-quality, safe and professional tree work in accordance with national standards, with clearly defined quality criteria covering operational practices, health and safety, environmental management, responsiveness, professional competence and customer service. The contract will provide consistency, transparency, and value for money for the Council's ongoing tree management responsibilities.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Subject to satisfactory performance and Council approval

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-064ac8
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011226-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
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

77211300 - Tree-clearing services

77211400 - Tree-cutting services

77211500 - Tree-maintenance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£600,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£600,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Feb 2026Today
Submission Deadline
9 Mar 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 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
SOUTH KESTEVEN DISTRICT COUNCIL
Additional Buyers

WELLAND PROCUREMENT

Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@southkesteven.gov.uk, wellandprocurement@melton.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
GRANTHAM
Postcode
NG31 6TT
Post Town
Nottingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF22 Leicestershire CC and Rutland
Delivery Location
TLF30 Lincolnshire CC

Local Authority
Melton
Electoral Ward
Melton Warwick
Westminster Constituency
Melton and Syston

Further Information

Notice Documents

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