Tender

Heather Cutting and Collection at Cannock Chase Country Park

STAFFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

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Tender

20 May 2026 at 13:36

Summary of the contracting process

Staffordshire County Council is conducting a public procurement process entitled "Heather Cutting and Collection at Cannock Chase Country Park," under the industry category of planting and maintenance services of green areas. This tender, with ID IA3829, is currently in the tender stage and employs an open procurement method. The contract is valued at approximately £250,000 (excluding VAT) and covers the period from 1st September 2026 to 31st August 2029, with potential extensions up to 31st August 2031. Relevant deadlines include the closing date for tender submissions on 16th June 2026 and the end of the enquiry period on 12th June 2026. The project location is Cannock Chase Country Park, located in the region identified as UKG2, United Kingdom.

This tender presents a noteworthy opportunity for businesses involved in horticultural and environmental services, specifically those specialising in the maintenance of green spaces. Companies capable of providing track cut and collect services, along with skilled operators, will find this contract beneficial in expanding their portfolio and securing stability over a potential five-year period. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly encouraged to participate, as the procurement process supports these entities. The evaluation will focus on both quality and price, providing a balanced opportunity for well-organised and cost-effective suppliers.

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Notice Title

Heather Cutting and Collection at Cannock Chase Country Park

Notice Description

Staffordshire County Council (SCC) requires the hire of two track cut and collect machines plus operators, to cut predetermined patches of Heather within the Cannock Chase Country Park, refer to the specification for details of the commission requirements. The contract will commence on 1st September 2026 and, subject to earlier termination in accordance with its terms, will continue until midnight on 31st August 2029. At the Authority's entire discretion, the term may be extended by with additional options to extend by up to 2 X 12 months - up to 31st August 2031 on the same terms for such period(s) in accordance with the contract. The total estimated value (excluding VAT) is circa PS250,000 over the total 5 years

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: At the Authority's entire discretion, the term may be extended by an additional 2 X 12 months - 1st September 2029 up to 31st August 2030 and 1st September 2030 up to 31st August 2031 on the same terms for such period(s) in accordance with the contract.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-069d99
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046447-2026
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

77310000 - Planting and maintenance services of green areas

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£250,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£250,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 May 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
16 Jun 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Aug 2026 - 31 Aug 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
2030-05-31

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
STAFFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
STAFFORD
Postcode
ST16 2DH
Post Town
Stoke-on-Trent
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG24 Staffordshire CC
Delivery Location
TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire

Local Authority
Stafford
Electoral Ward
Forebridge
Westminster Constituency
Stafford

Further Information

Notice Documents

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