Single supplier framework for the Provision of Specialist Arboricultural advice for South Downs National Park Authority Planning

SOUTH DOWNS NATIONAL PARK AUTHORITY

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

21 May 2026 at 13:31

Tender

02 Mar 2026 at 16:49

Summary of the contracting process

The South Downs National Park Authority has concluded an open procurement process for a single supplier framework concerning the provision of specialist arboricultural advice related to planning applications. This tender, particularly aimed at the regions within the South Downs National Park, covering areas like Arun, Adur & Worthing, and other specific councils, closed its tender stage on 27th March 2026. The contract has been awarded to CONNICK TREE SERVICES LIMITED and encompasses a wide range of arboricultural consultative services, including tree notifications and conservation applications. The framework's legal basis is grounded in UK legislation 2023/54, and its fixed term runs from 1st June 2026 to 31st May 2029, with potential renewals extending up to 2030, making it an extensive opportunity in the 'services' industry category.

This framework presents substantial growth potential for businesses specialising in arboricultural services, particularly those adept at providing technical analysis or consultancy. The structured direct award system minimises competition post-award, allowing specialist firms to secure consistent workflow and revenue through ongoing council projects within the national park. Small to medium enterprises (SMEs) equipped with expertise in environmental planning and compliance would benefit significantly, given the focus on conservation and technical consultancy. By offering expert services in line with competitive hourly rates and robust methodologies, professionals in this domain can leverage the prestige and experience gained through such a public authority contract to enhance their market positioning and scale their operations.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Single supplier framework for the Provision of Specialist Arboricultural advice for South Downs National Park Authority Planning

Notice Description

Specialist arboricultural advice on planning applications, including minerals and waste, tree notifications in Conservation Areas, hedgerow applications, enforcement matters, and TPO applications. This will normally be required within the South Downs National Park Authority parts of Arun, Adur & Worthing, Brighton & Hove, Horsham, Lewes, Mid-Sussex and Wealden Councils as well as, occasionally, (approximately 7 applications per year) more complex applications across the Hampshire and Chichester District areas of the National Park.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: South Downs National Park Authority may extend the Framework Period by a further period or periods of up to 1 year by giving written notice to the Contractor of its wish to extend this Framework and the required length of such extension.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06602d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047162-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

03 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

03452000 - Trees

71621000 - Technical analysis or consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£65,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£65,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£78,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 May 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
27 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 May 20262 months ago
Contract Period
31 May 2026 - 31 May 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SOUTH DOWNS NATIONAL PARK AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
MIDHURST
Postcode
GU29 9DH
Post Town
Guildford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ27 West Sussex (South West)
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)

Local Authority
Chichester
Electoral Ward
Midhurst
Westminster Constituency
Arundel and South Downs

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CONNICK TREE SERVICES

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