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NRW Forest Infrastructure Construction & Maintenance Framework 2026

NATURAL RESOURCES WALES

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Planning

06 Jul 2026 at 15:02

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Planning

02 Jul 2026 at 15:31

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process detailed pertains to the "NRW Forest Infrastructure Construction & Maintenance Framework 2026", initiated by Natural Resources Wales (NRW), a public authority under the central government of the United Kingdom. This process is in the 'planning' stage, with a focus on works and services under the industry category of engineering and construction works. The framework aims to engage suppliers to conduct various infrastructure activities within the Welsh Government Woodland Estate, necessary for timber harvesting operations. Relevant supplier engagement sessions are scheduled for 4th and 5th August 2026, taking place at Coed y Brenin, Dolgellau and NRW Resolven Office, respectively. The official framework is expected to commence on 1st December 2026 and conclude by 1st December 2030, covering the whole of Wales across four geographical lots: North Wales, Mid Wales, South West, and South East Wales.

This tender provides a lucrative opportunity for businesses specialising in construction and engineering works, particularly those focused on infrastructure development and maintenance. With a projected contract value of up to £48,000,000, this framework is an attractive proposition for companies, including SMEs, looking to expand their operations within Wales. Given the framework agreement aspect of the tender, firms that can offer competitive prices and demonstrate capability in handling substantial public work contracts will be well-suited to compete. Engaging in this process not only offers financial growth prospects but also positions businesses as pivotal partners in sustainable forestry operations, thus enhancing their industry reputation and fostering long-term relationships with a significant government body.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

NRW Forest Infrastructure Construction & Maintenance Framework 2026

Notice Description

Supplier Engagement Notice for the NRW Forest Infrastructure Construction & Maintenance Framework 2026

Planning Information

FORESTRY INFRASTRUCTURE CONSTRUCTION & MAINETNANCE FRAMEWORK - SUPPLIER ENGAGEMENT DROP IN EVENTS Natural Resources Wales (NRW) requires this framework to appoint competent contractors to construct, maintain, repair, service, or upgrade physical structures and associated land within the Welsh Government Woodland Estate. These works enable safe and efficient timber harvesting operations. NRW wish to invite interested suppliers to the engagement sessions to discuss the framework opportunity, tender process, and future forest infrastructure work programmes. The events will be ‘drop in’ events, so there will be no set agenda. However, suppliers will be expected to register on arrival, and information on the framework will be provided. There will also be an opportunity for informal discussion with Business Wales and NRW Forest Civil Engineer representatives, and to learn of the assistance available. There will be 2 options: Tuesday 4 Aug 2026 from 10am to 4pm - Coed y Brenin Conference room, Coed y Brenin, Dolgellau, LL40 2HZ Wednesday 5th August from 10am to 4pm - NRW Resolven Office, Coed-y-Cymoedd, Resolven, SA11 4DR To attend this free event please complete the form and confirm which event you will be attending: https://ymgynghori.cyfoethnaturiol.cymru/procurement/nrw-forest-infrastructure-supplier-engagement/ https://ymgynghori.cyfoethnaturiol.cymru/procurement/copy-of-nrw-forest-infrastructure-supplier-engagem-1/ (if link does not work please copy and paste into your browser) **Please note - car parking at Coed Y Brenin will require to pay in the RingGo app, website or by calling RingGo on 020 3046 0010

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06c2c4
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/063310-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45220000 - Engineering works and construction works

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£40,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Sep 20262 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Dec 2026 - 1 Dec 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

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

Buyer Location

Locality
CARDIFF
Postcode
CF10 3NQ
Post Town
Cardiff
Country
Wales
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL52 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan
Delivery Location
TLL Wales
Local Authority
Cardiff
Electoral Ward
Cathays
Westminster Constituency
Cardiff South and Penarth

Further Information

Notice Documents

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