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Timber harvest on RSPB Abernethy -Sliemore

RSPB SCOTLAND

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Tender

04 Aug 2026 at 00:00

PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process conducted by RSPB Scotland involves an open tender for a timber harvest project titled "Timber harvest on RSPB Abernethy - Sliemore." The procurement falls within the "Environmental protection" industry category and requires works at Sliemore, situated east of Nethy Bridge in the UKM62 region. This tender is currently in the 'tender' stage, with submissions being accepted electronically until 17th August 2026. The contract is to commence on 1st September 2026, with a completion date for timber removal by 14th February 2027. The RSPB intends to carry out a thinning and selective clear-felling over a specified area to maintain natural forest conditions.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, especially for companies specialising in environmental management and forestry operations. Given the project's scope, businesses experienced in timber harvesting and environmental conservation will find this an appealing opportunity. The focus on preserving ecosystem balance while harvesting timber allows companies to demonstrate their sustainable practices and expertise in managing forest works. As the tender is open, companies have a chance to showcase their competitive edge through innovative approaches to forest thinning and natural conservation efforts. Successful bidders will benefit not only financially but also gain prestige by collaborating with a respected organisation like RSPB Scotland.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Timber harvest on RSPB Abernethy -Sliemore

Notice Description

To carry out a thinning of 1 in 3 trees from the 46ha within the work site and clear-fell 7 in 10 stems from 3ha worth of coops. Trees selected to be removed are to be those which are less well developed, poorly formed, narrow trees; leaving larger trees with deeper crowns. The thinning should be done in a variable manner to help create a natural forest impression.

Lot Information

Lot 1

To carry out a thinning of 1 in 3 trees from the 46ha within the work site. Trees selected to be removed are to be those which are less well developed, poorly formed, narrow trees; leaving larger trees with deeper crowns. RSPB staff will provide a typical example of the trees which are to be harvested and which are to be left. The thinning should be done in a variable manner to help create a natural forest impression. To clear-fell 7 in 10 stems from 3ha worth of coops. RSPB staff will mark these areas and mark the trees which are to be left unfelled within them, in advance of work commencing. Any track work required prior to commencement of work is to be organised and paid for from the timber sales and managed by the Forest Works Manager in consultation with RSPB staff. Any damage caused to tracks, turning circles, gateways or culverts to be repaired during or post timber work; paid for from the timber sales and managed by the Forest works Manager in consultation with RSPB staff.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000838139
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG561566
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

03440000 - Forestry products

45262640 - Environmental improvement works

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Aug 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
17 Aug 20262 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Sep 2026 - 15 Feb 2027 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
RSPB SCOTLAND
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH12 9DH
Post Town
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM13 City of Edinburgh
Delivery Location
TLM62 Inverness and Nairn, Moray, and Badenoch and Strathspey
Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
Drum Brae/Gyle
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh West

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG561566
    Timber harvest on RSPB Abernethy -Sliemore - To carry out a thinning of 1 in 3 trees from the 46ha within the work site and clear-fell 7 in 10 stems from 3ha worth of coops. Trees selected to be removed are to be those which are less well developed, poorly formed, narrow trees; leaving larger trees with deeper crowns. The thinning should be done in a variable manner to help create a natural forest impression.

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