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02 Jul 2026 at 08:10

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22 May 2026 at 10:47

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22 May 2026 at 07:08

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process titled "Roudsea Rhododendron Control 2026" was initiated by Natural England, a central government public authority. The procurement, which falls under the services category, aims to control rhododendron overgrowth in the Southern mosses areas, requiring varied treatment methods. The project was tendered via an open procurement method, specifically a below-threshold open competition. The procurement reached the award stage, with ELMS contracting ltd identified as the successful supplier. Key dates include the contract period from 1st August 2026 to 16th October 2026, with the contract signed on 30th June 2026. Service delivery is set in the UKD region of the United Kingdom.

This tender presents significant opportunities for companies specialising in land management services, particularly those with expertise in vegetation control. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), like ELMS contracting ltd, are particularly well-suited due to the specific nature of the work and the procurement's suitability considerations. Companies with innovative solutions for handling dense and varied plant growth can leverage this opportunity to expand their business portfolio by demonstrating their efficiency and capability in fulfilling central government contracts. This project also indicates a steady demand for environmental management services, which could lead to further business opportunities in similar government-driven conservation projects.

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Notice Title

Roudsea Rhododendron Control 2026

Notice Description

Rhododendron control is required over the Southern mosses with the density and size of rhododendron varying considerably from very small plants to very large bushes above head height. Because of this, we have broken these areas down as shown on the attached map. These areas will require different methods of treatment depending on the size of the rhododendron and should be priced accordingly. Please see RFQ for full details.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06a030
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062026-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
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

70 - Real estate services


CPV Codes

70332100 - Land management services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£41,666 Under £100K
Lots Value
£41,666 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£32,300 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
19 Jun 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
31 Jul 2026 - 16 Oct 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NATURAL ENGLAND
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 4DF
Post Town
South West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ELMS CONTRACTING

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