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Steep Ground Rhododendron ponticum control on steep ground sites requiring roped access

ARGYLL AND THE ISLES COAST AND COUNTRYSIDE TRUST (ACT)

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Award

05 Feb 2026 at 00:00

TenderUpdate

17 Oct 2025 at 00:00

Tender

17 Sep 2025 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by the Argyll and the Isles Coast and Countryside Trust (ACT) involved a tender for "Steep Ground Rhododendron ponticum control on steep ground sites requiring roped access", focusing on environmental protection services under the category of CPV 77200000. The contract targeted the North Knapdale area near Tayvallich and was conducted through an open procedure strategy. This process advanced to the award stage with the contract signed on 11th November 2025, allowing for project activities until 31st March 2026. Key procurement stages included an amendment to the submission deadline, which was extended to 27th October 2025 to accommodate interest and questions from participants.

This tender offers substantial growth opportunities, particularly for businesses specialising in environmental management and high-risk site operations. The winning bidder was Highland Access Ltd, a small and medium-sized enterprise (SME), highlighting that such companies have a competitive edge if equipped with the necessary qualifications, such as IRATA certification for steep ground access. The project sought a high standard of health and safety alongside quality control in Rhododendron ponticum removal, making it ideal for firms focused on delivering environmental services sustainably and safely. Suitable enterprises should demonstrate proficiency in handling complex ecological challenges, often requiring specialised equipment and proficient workforce skillsets to fulfil stringent quality and safety criteria outlined by the Trust.

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Notice Title

Steep Ground Rhododendron ponticum control on steep ground sites requiring roped access

Notice Description

Rhododendron ponticum control on steep ground sites requiring roped access

Lot Information

Lot 1

A quality contractor is sought to delivery effective removal of Rhododendron ponticum from steep ground sites which require roped access to undertake the work safely. We are looking for high standard of health and safety management and high quality control of Rhododendron ponticum.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000810381
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB548896
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

77200000 - Forestry services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£145,540 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
20 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 Nov 20253 months ago
Contract Period
4 Nov 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ARGYLL AND THE ISLES COAST AND COUNTRYSIDE TRUST (ACT)
Contact Name
Philippa McKee
Contact Email
philippa@act-now.org.uk
Contact Phone
+44 7377981934

Buyer Location

Locality
ARGYLL
Postcode
PA31 8SH
Post Town
Paisley
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
TLM63 Lochaber, Skye and Lochalsh, Arran and Cumbrae, and Argyll and Bute

Local Authority
Argyll and Bute
Electoral Ward
Mid Argyll
Westminster Constituency
Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

HIGHLAND ACCESS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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