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'Light to Semi Mature_Scrub_Manual Clearance_Unit 12_Goss NNR'

NATURAL ENGLAND

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25 Jun 2026 at 09:22

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Natural England, a public authority within the central government of the United Kingdom, is inviting tenders for the project titled "'Light to Semi Mature_Scrub_Manual Clearance_Unit 12_Goss NNR'". This procurement falls under the works category with a focus on scrub-removal work. Located in the UKK region of the United Kingdom, the project requires clearing a 2.62-hectare area of scrub vegetation, including specific species such as Western gorse and semi-mature willow. The procurement follows an open competition procurement method, specifically a below-threshold process. Key dates include the deadline for quotation submissions by midday on 27 July 2026, with a contract period expected to run from 31 August 2026 to 22 December 2026.

This tender presents opportunities for businesses specializing in ecological and site-sensitive clearance work. Ideal candidates would be contractors with experience in designated sites such as Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) and Special Areas of Conservation (SAC). SMEs are well-suited for this project, given the importance of understanding ecological constraints involving priority species and habitats. With an estimated project value of £22,000, companies that can demonstrate the necessary expertise and compliance with the specific ecological and archaeological considerations will find potential growth prospects through collaboration with Natural England.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

'Light to Semi Mature_Scrub_Manual Clearance_Unit 12_Goss NNR'

Notice Description

Natural England is seeking to appoint a suitably qualified and Experienced contractor to undertake scrub and semi-mature tree clearance . The contractor must be able to demonstrate prior experience working on designated sites, including Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) and Special Areas of Conservation (SAC). The contractor must also demonstrate the ecological constraints relating to priority species and/or priority habitats and archaeological The total project working area is approx. 2.62ha (gross), which comprises a mosaic of light to dense scrub vegetation, including (but not limited to) Western gorse (Ulex gallii), European dwarf gorse (Ulex minor), and semi-mature willow. The actual net area of scrub within the working area is approx. 1.6ha. The area consists of archaeological features (tin streaming mounds) boggy hollows, mires and floating bog. Generally, the topography is uneven along with grass tussocks.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06bcc4
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059707-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45111220 - Scrub-removal work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£22,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£22,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
27 Jul 20262 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Aug 2026 - 22 Dec 2026 1-6 months
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
NATURAL ENGLAND
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
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
TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

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