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Invasive Non Native Species Control Contract - Afon Tawe - brecon Beacons National Park

BRECON BEACONS NATIONAL PARK AUTHORITY

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17 Jul 2025 at 14:13

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Summary of the contracting process

The Brecon Beacons National Park Authority is overseeing a public procurement process titled "Invasive Non Native Species Control Contract - Afon Tawe - Brecon Beacons National Park". This tender, under the industry categories of agricultural, forestry, horticultural, and related services, seeks to manage invasive non-native species within the park boundaries. The project will commence in August/September 2025, with a completion deadline set for 28th February 2027. The procurement is at the tender stage, with an open procurement method and a tender submission deadline on 8th August 2025. The location is the Brecon Beacons region, specifically addressing the Afon Tawe and its tributaries. Interested parties should ensure electronic submissions are made via the designated platform, Sell2Wales.

This contract presents opportunities for businesses specialising in ecological management, particularly those with expertise in controlling invasive plant species. Companies experienced in invasive species identification and control, with the necessary certifications (e.g., PA1, PA6), are encouraged to compete. The successful contractor will require a robust project delivery capacity, demonstrating flexibility and adherence to timelines. Those with strong technical knowledge and operational capabilities in ecological and environmental services, as well as risk management and insurance proficiency, will find this tender a valuable opportunity for expanding their portfolio and contributing to regional environmental conservation efforts.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Invasive Non Native Species Control Contract - Afon Tawe - brecon Beacons National Park

Notice Description

The purpose of this project is to aid in the restoration of the Afon Tawe catchment through removal of invasive non-native plants (INNS) within the National Park boundary.Surveys of the Afon Tawe, the Nant Llech and the Afon Giedd took place in 2023 using a contractor employed by BBNP. The survey area was 16.95Km of river channel with 117 landowners identified as owning land relevant to the project area. 11 species of INNS were identified: Japanese knotweed, Hybrid/Bohemian knotweed, Himalayan balsam, Montbretia, Buddleia, Cherry laurel, Rhododendron ponticum, Cotoneaster, Himalayan honeysuckle, Iris and Snowberry.We now have funding to contribute towards the control of these invasive species on the main river and the two tributaries (Afon Giedd, Nant Llech). Funding is in place for a 2-year control programme commencing August/September 2025 and to be completed by 28th February 2027.NOTE: To register your interest in this notice and obtain any additional information please visit the Sell2Wales Web Site at https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=153474.The buyer has indicated that it will accept electronic responses to this notice via the Postbox facility. A user guide is available at https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx.Suppliers are advised to allow adequate time for uploading documents and to dispatch the electronic response well in advance of the closing time to avoid any last minute problems. (WA Ref:153474)

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-kuma6s-153474
Publication Source
Sell2Wales
Latest Notice
https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=153474
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
S2W Notice - Website Invitation to Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

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

CPV Codes

03000000 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products

77000000 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Jul 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
8 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BRECON BEACONS NATIONAL PARK AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Richard Ball
Contact Email
richard.ball@beacons-npa.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 07854997548

Buyer Location

Locality
BRECON
Postcode
LD3 7HP
Post Town
Llandrindod Wells
Country
Wales
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL4 Mid and South West Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL41 Mid Wales
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Powys
Electoral Ward
Brecon East
Westminster Constituency
Brecon, Radnor and Cwm Tawe

Further Information

Notice Documents

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