This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

11 Jun 2026 at 16:24

Planning

07 Apr 2026 at 11:37

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Trees and Countryside Framework 2026" is being conducted jointly by Guildford Borough Council and Waverley Borough Council. This tender involves a multi-supplier arrangement to provide arboricultural and countryside work services in the South East England region, specifically within the UKJ25 area. Currently, in the tender stage, interested parties must submit their proposals by 6th August 2026. The procurement is being managed under an open, competitive flexible procedure, inviting capable suppliers to compete for the framework, which includes various categories such as tree maintenance and countryside infrastructure services. The tender process will lead up to an award period that concludes on 15th November 2026.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in environmental and countryside services to expand their market presence. With a framework agreement in place, the process allows for both new and established firms, including SMEs, to participate and showcase their expertise. Suppliers with strong capabilities in arboricultural works, fencing, gating, and other rural infrastructure tasks are well-suited to compete in this tender. Winning a place on this framework not only secures long-term work through the contract period from December 2026 to November 2030 but also fosters robust relationships with the councils, positioning businesses for future collaborations and growth within the public sector.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Trees and Countryside Framework 2026

Notice Description

The Framework is a multi-supplier arrangement established jointly by Guildford Borough Council and Waverley Borough Council. The purpose of this Framework is to appoint suitably qualified organisations to provide arboricultural and countryside works to both Councils

Lot Information

1

Trees: Lot Description 1A - Routine Arboricultural Works 1B - Emergency Call Out Provision 1C - Young Tree Watering and Establishment 1D - OPM (Oak Processionary Moth Nest Picking)

2

Counrtyside: Lot Description 2A - Path and infrastructure vegetation clearance work 2B - Meadow and Heathland Cut and Collect 2C - Habitat Work 2D - Drainage works 2E - Minor Construction work 2F - Countryside fencing, gates and grazing infrastructure

Planning Information

please email procurement@guildford.gov.uk

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-067ce9
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055453-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

03452000 - Trees

45340000 - Fencing, railing and safety equipment installation work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£5,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Jun 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
6 Aug 2026Today
Future Notice Date
13 May 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Dec 2026 - 30 Nov 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
GUILDFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL
Additional Buyers

GUILDFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL AND WAVERLEY BOROUGH COUNCIL

WAVERLEY BOROUGH COUNCIL

Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
GUILDFORD
Postcode
GU2 4BB
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)
TLJ25 West Surrey
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Waverley
Electoral Ward
Godalming Central & Ockford
Westminster Constituency
Godalming and Ash

Further Information

Notice Documents

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