Tender

Arboricultural Works 2026-2030

AMESBURY TOWN COUNCIL

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Tender

09 Apr 2026 at 14:09

Summary of the contracting process

Amesbury Town Council is seeking to appoint a contractor for arboricultural services with the aim of maintaining trees across various council-owned sites within the Amesbury Parish Boundary, Wiltshire, from 2026 to 2030. This tender falls under the "Horticultural services" industry category and is classified as a service procurement with a total estimated value of £80,000. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage, with the deadline for submissions set for 14 May 2026 at 16:00 BST, and the award period starting on 15 May 2026. The services required include tree felling, crown raising, pruning, ivy management, and annual inspections. The procurement follows an open procedure, ensuring transparency and equal opportunity for all potential suppliers.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in arboricultural and horticultural services, particularly those that are members of the Arboricultural Association or other nationally recognised bodies. Given the specific nature of the services required, businesses with expertise in tree maintenance and a proven track record of adhering to British Standards BS3998:2010 and Arboricultural Association best practices would be well-suited to compete. The contract, lasting 1,800 days, calls for responsible disposal of waste and compliance with environmental standards, offering participating organisations a robust platform for long-term business growth and local recognition by partnering with a respected local authority.

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Notice Title

Arboricultural Works 2026-2030

Notice Description

Amesbury Town Council is responsible for the maintenance of trees across multiple council-owned sites, including; Lord's Walk, Stockport Avenue, Butterfield Drive, Raleigh Crescent, Boscombe Road, Underwood Drive, Shelter Belt, Lynchet's Field, Church Street, Recreation Road Cemetery, Bonnymead Park, Harvard Park and Archers' Gate/Kings Gate. The Council is seeking to procure services to deliver a 5-year programme of tree maintenance across the sites listed.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The work includes but is not limited to tree felling, crown raising, pruning, ivy management, monitoring inspections and replanting in accordance with the survey produced by the Council's independent arborist. All arisings must be disposed of legally, responsibly and offsite. There may be opportunity to chip and leave in specific locations. This is by prior arrangement with the Town Council. The Arborist's report outlines the work required each year. The Contractor is expected to carry out a visual inspection of all trees listed in the report on an annual basis and report any Health and Safety concerns or any concerns related to the health of any trees to the Town Council.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-067f42
Publication Source
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Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032512-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

77300000 - Horticultural services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£80,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£80,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Apr 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
14 May 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
AMESBURY TOWN COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
AMESBURY
Postcode
SP4 7XT
Post Town
Salisbury
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK72 Wiltshire
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Wiltshire
Electoral Ward
Amesbury South
Westminster Constituency
East Wiltshire

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