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Natural Regeneration and Minor Chainsaw Works Framework - North District

Forestry Commission

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19 May 2026 at 13:55

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Forestry Commission is inviting tenders for a "Natural Regeneration and Minor Chainsaw Works Framework" in the North District. This procurement is managed under an open procedure, with the tender initiated on 19th May 2026. The scope includes forestry services such as clearance of natural regeneration and re-spacing of conifer crops, across eight specific lots plus a comprehensive Christmas Tree halo thinning operation. The tender is currently in the active phase, with submissions to be made via the Panacea e-tendering portal. The submission deadline is set for 15th June 2026, with inquiries closing on 3rd June 2026. Successful contracts will commence on 27th July 2026, extending until 26th July 2030.

This framework provides significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprise (VCSE) sectors, especially those experienced in forestry services. With an overall value estimated at £1,188,000, this project will offer lucrative call-off contracts within defined lots, enabling businesses to expand their operations and service delivery capacities. Businesses that can demonstrate robust contract management, social value, and delivery capability are well-positioned to benefit from this opportunity, with pricing contributing significantly to the award criteria. The framework's structured procurement method ensures direct awards, fostering a stable partnership for capable suppliers.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Natural Regeneration and Minor Chainsaw Works Framework - North District

Notice Description

We are placing a framework for suppliers to carry out clearance of natural regeneration, re-spacing of conifer crops, windblow clearance, roadside brashing and pruning and small scale felling across North District. This requirement will be split into 8 lots covering the geographical region. Christmas Tree halo thinning operations are covered in Lot 9 and will span across the whole framework geographic area. Interested suppliers should submit their Tenders through Forestry England's e-tendering portal (Panacea).

Lot Information

Hamsterley

Suppliers are expected to carry out all operations of clearance of natural regeneration, re-spacing of conifer crops, windblow clearance, roadside brashing and pruning and small scale felling in the Hamsterley area. The amount shall be established on a call-off to call-off basis. For full information please refer to the Specification document on Panacea.

Rothbury

Suppliers are expected to carry out all operations of clearance of natural regeneration, re-spacing of conifer crops, windblow clearance, roadside brashing and pruning and small scale felling in the Rothbury location. The amount shall be established on a call-off to call-off basis. For full information please refer to the Specification document on Panacea.

Kielder East

Suppliers are expected to carry out all operations of clearance of natural regeneration, re-spacing of conifer crops, windblow clearance, roadside brashing and pruning and small scale felling in the Kielder East. The amount shall be established on a call-off to call-off basis. For full information please refer to the Specification document on Panacea.

Kielder North

Suppliers are expected to carry out all operations of clearance of natural regeneration, re-spacing of conifer crops, windblow clearance, roadside brashing and pruning and small scale felling in the Kielder North area. The amount shall be established on a call-off to call-off basis. For full information please refer to the Specification document on Panacea.

Kielder West

Suppliers are expected to carry out all operations of clearance of natural regeneration, re-spacing of conifer crops, windblow clearance, roadside brashing and pruning and small scale felling in the Kielder West area. The amount shall be established on a call-off to call-off basis. For full information please refer to the Specification document on Panacea.

Kielder South

Suppliers are expected to carry out all operations of clearance of natural regeneration, re-spacing of conifer crops, windblow clearance, roadside brashing and pruning and small scale felling in the Kielder South area. The amount shall be established on a call-off to call-off basis. For full information please refer to the Specification document on Panacea.

Kershope and Spadeadam

Suppliers are expected to carry out all operations of clearance of natural regeneration, re-spacing of conifer crops, windblow clearance, roadside brashing and pruning and small scale felling in the Kershope and Spadeadam area. The amount shall be established on a call-off to call-off basis. For full information please refer to the Specification document on Panacea.

Kielder Main Block CCF Areas

Suppliers are expected to carry out all operations of clearance of natural regeneration, re-spacing of conifer crops, windblow clearance, roadside brashing and pruning and small scale felling in the Kielder Main Block CCF Areas. The amount shall be established on a call-off to call-off basis. For full information please refer to the Specification document on Panacea.

Christmas Tree Halo Thinning

Christmas Tree Halo Thinning is required throughout the whole framework geographic area of North District. The amount shall be established on a call-off to call-off basis. For full information please refer to the Specification document on Panacea.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-069be4
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/045743-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
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

77200000 - Forestry services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£990,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£990,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 May 20263 months ago
Submission Deadline
15 Jun 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
27 Jul 2026 - 26 Jul 2030 4-5 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
Forestry Commission
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS16 1EJ
Postcode Area
Bristol
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
South Gloucestershire
Electoral Ward
Stoke Park & Cheswick
Westminster Constituency
Filton and Bradley Stoke

Further Information

Notice Documents

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