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Invitation to Tender for Tree Maintenance 2026 - 2030

SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL

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09 Jul 2026 at 08:44

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council is inviting tenders for a tree maintenance framework agreement spanning from 2026 to 2030, focused on providing horticultural services primarily in the UKG37 region, covering highways, parks, and open spaces. The procurement stage is currently in the tender phase, and it is being conducted via an open procedure. Interested parties must submit their proposals through the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal by 7 August 2026 at 15:00 hrs. The framework aims to appoint three experienced contractors to handle various maintenance tasks under the supervision of the Council's Urban Forestry Unit. The estimated contract value is £2,880,000 gross (£2,400,000 net).

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in horticultural services, particularly those experienced in tree maintenance and management. Firms capable of offering quality services at competitive prices have a fair chance of securing a place on this framework. The contract provides a stable, long-term opportunity to engage with public land maintenance, making it an attractive prospect for companies looking to expand their portfolios and establish strong partnerships with a local government body. The use of both direct call-offs and mini-competitions implies a dynamic selection process that could benefit agile and flexible businesses.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Invitation to Tender for Tree Maintenance 2026 - 2030

Notice Description

The Council has identified its requirement to establish a Framework Agreement ("Contract") to appoint three (3) suitably qualified and experienced Contractor's. Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council ("the Council"), under the care of the Council's Urban Forestry Unit deals with the inspection and maintenance of the Council's tree stock. These works are primarily on highways, parks and open spaces, although they do carry out work on all other Council land where trees are located at the request of the Land Manager. Additional work is undertaken for the Neighbourhoods Directorate within the gardens of tenanted homes and sheltered accommodation, Sandwell Leisure Trust, Cultural Services, Sandwell Education Authority and Highways Maintenance. The Council does not assist with work on trees located on private land unless it is deemed to be dead, diseased or dangerous. All trees that fall under the ownership or management of the Council are protected. Therefore, it is illegal for anyone other than, instructed and approved tree surgeons to prune, fell or carry out any form of works to these trees. The Council will be using the In-tend e-Tendering System for this Procurement exercise, please visit https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc to access the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. From here you will be able to register your company, express an interest in the opportunity, and gain immediate access to the ITT and other related documents. In Order To View and Submit a Tender, you will be required to' Opt-In'. For a Step by Step user guide to the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal please click on the 'Guidance for Suppliers' section of the website. All procurement responses must be carried out via the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. If you require further assistance in respect of the system please contact the In-tend support team on 0844 272 8810. Closing date: Friday 07 August 2026 at 15:00hrs

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06c703
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/064493-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

77 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services

CPV Codes

77300000 - Horticultural services

77341000 - Tree pruning

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,400,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£2,400,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Jul 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
10 Aug 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Sep 2026 - 30 Sep 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
2030-04-01

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
OLDBURY
Postcode
B69 3DE
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG37 Sandwell
Delivery Location
TLG37 Sandwell
Local Authority
Sandwell
Electoral Ward
Oldbury
Westminster Constituency
West Bromwich

Further Information

Notice Documents

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