Tender

Duddon Mosses 2026

NATURAL ENGLAND

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Summary of the contracting process

Natural England has issued a tender titled "Duddon Mosses 2026", targeting the land management services category, specifically for rhododendron and small birch scrub control at the Duddon Mosses National Nature Reserve. This procurement process is overseen by Natural England, a public authority within the central government sector, with its main office located at the Seacole Building, 2 Marsham Street, London, UK. The tender is currently in the "active" stage, and submissions must be received by 17:00 hours on 26th June 2026. Prospective service providers are required to send their quotations via email to john.osborne@naturalengland.org.uk. The contract work is scheduled to commence on 8th July and conclude by 31st August 2026.

This open competition tender provides opportunities for service businesses that specialise in land management services, particularly those experienced in environmental conservation and nature reserve management. The contract, valued at £50,000 gross, presents a lucrative opportunity particularly suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) keen to expand their portfolio in public sector contracts. Companies with expertise in controlling invasive plant species will find this tender aligns well with their capabilities, offering a chance to demonstrate and enhance their skills while potentially establishing a long-term relationship with a government authority like Natural England.

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Notice Title

Duddon Mosses 2026

Notice Description

Rhododendron and small birch scrub control at Duddon Mosses National Nature Reserve. Start date is 8th July - 31st August 2026.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06b2b9
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055232-2026
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
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

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
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Jun 2026Today
Submission Deadline
26 Jun 20262 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
7 Jul 2026 - 31 Aug 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NATURAL ENGLAND
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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

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