This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

18 Nov 2019 at 00:00

Tender

09 Sep 2019 at 01:00

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process is led by Forestry and Land Scotland, focusing on the provision of timber felling and associated services under the title "C0141 Steep Ground Harvesting". This initiative falls within the environmental protection category and is located in Inverness, UK. The procurement method employed is an open procedure, currently in the award stage after having completed the tender phase. Following the submission deadline of 11 October 2019, the contract was officially signed on 14 November 2019, valued at approximately £3,830,693.16. This contract is tied to a project within the public law framework, ensuring oversight and adherence to set regulations.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in forestry services, environmental management, and heavy machinery operations. Companies equipped with capabilities in timber extraction, traffic management, and wood processing are particularly well-placed to compete. Additionally, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as demonstrated by the successful bid from Duffyskylining. Furthermore, the contract includes provisions for community engagement and potential modifications based on operational needs, allowing bidders with flexible service offerings to adapt and meet evolving requirements.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

C0141 Steep Ground Harvesting

Notice Description

The Authority has appointed a Contractor to provide timber felling, cable crane extraction, processing, and stacking; using a heavy-duty skyline-based system. The Contractor shall also provide Traffic Management and wood chipping.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Authority has appointed a Contractor to provide timber felling, cable crane extraction, processing, and stacking; using a heavy-duty skyline-based system. The Contractor shall also provide Traffic Management and wood chipping.

Renewal: With the option to extend for up to 12 months.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000594412
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV372598
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

77211100 - Timber harvesting services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£4,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£3,830,693 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Nov 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
11 Oct 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 Nov 20196 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Approximately 6 months prior to expiry.

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Forestry and Land Scotland
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
INVERNESS
Postcode
IV2 7GB
Postcode Area
Inverness
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM2 Highlands and Islands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM20 Highlands and Islands
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland

Local Authority
Highland
Electoral Ward
Inverness Millburn
Westminster Constituency
Inverness, Skye and West Ross-shire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Duffyskylining

Further Information

Notice Documents

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