Tray Filler & Bale Breaker - Lobslack Seeding Line

FORESTRY COMMISSION

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24 Jun 2026 at 14:14

Summary of the contracting process

The Forestry Commission, a sub-central government public authority in the United Kingdom, has recently completed a procurement process titled "Tray Filler & Bale Breaker - Lobslack Seeding Line." This procurement falls under the goods industry category, specifically targeting tree-nursery products. The contract involved the supply of a new filling line for container-grown production, including bale-breaking and tray-filling equipment. The procurement was facilitated through a method described as "Below threshold - unknown." The contracting process reached the award stage on 24th June 2026, subsequent to a contract signing on 20th February 2026. The project took place in Bristol, UK, with the contract period extending from 20th February to 19th April 2026.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses involved in manufacturing tree-nursery products or related equipment. Companies with expertise in developing agricultural machinery, specifically for seed and nursery management, would find this contract particularly beneficial for growth. BCC AB, a Sweden-based small and medium-sized enterprise, successfully acquired the contract, indicating a welcoming opportunity for SMEs in this market space. The collaboration between international suppliers and UK public authorities exemplifies an inclusive market environment, promoting cross-border trade and encouraging diverse business participation.

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Notice Title

Tray Filler & Bale Breaker - Lobslack Seeding Line

Notice Description

New filling line for container-grown production including bale-breaker, tray-filling equipment, and associated conveyors for different tray configurations

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06bc63
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059523-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - unknown
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

03 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products


CPV Codes

03450000 - Tree-nursery products

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£92,050 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Jun 2026Today
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Feb 20264 months ago
Contract Period
20 Feb 2026 - 19 Apr 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
FORESTRY COMMISSION
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS16 1EJ
Post Town
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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BCC

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