--- title: "Wye NNR Replacement Fence (Cold Blow Farm)" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-5ff72578-2f55-4ff8-872a-f3f55a7852f0" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-5ff72578-2f55-4ff8-872a-f3f55a7852f0" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-5ff72578-2f55-4ff8-872a-f3f55a7852f0.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-5ff72578-2f55-4ff8-872a-f3f55a7852f0.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "NATURAL ENGLAND" published: "2025-05-29" --- # Wye NNR Replacement Fence (Cold Blow Farm) Buyer: NATURAL ENGLAND Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-b5fd17-5ff72578-2f55-4ff8-872a-f3f55a7852f0 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-5ff72578-2f55-4ff8-872a-f3f55a7852f0) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-5ff72578-2f55-4ff8-872a-f3f55a7852f0.json) ## Summary Natural England conducted a procurement process to replace the perimeter stock fence at Wye National Nature Reserve, located in the South East of the United Kingdom. This project falls under the Timber-impregnation services category, with the procurement method defined as an open procedure below the threshold. The tender was initially published on 2nd December 2024, with amendments made on 3rd December 2024. Submissions for quotations were required by 6 pm on 10th January 2025. The contract, valued at £33,075, began on 3rd February 2025 and was awarded to Mike West Fencing Ltd on 21st January 2025, lasting until 31st March 2025. This tender presents valuable opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in fencing and related infrastructure works. Businesses adept in timber-impregnation services or possessing expertise in wildlife-friendly fencing are well-suited to compete, potentially expanding their project portfolio with government work. The open procurement method encourages diverse participation, offering an accessible route for qualified candidates seeking to enhance their market presence by collaborating with prestigious organisations like Natural England. ## Notice Replacement of a perimeter stock fence at Wye National Nature Reserve. Specification includes clearance of vegetation, removal of existing dilapidated fence, erection of a new fence comprising full chestnut round posts, stock netting and plain and barbed wire. Plus the installation of a number of deer crossing points. Total length 2.15 kms. To apply for this opportunity you must submit your quotation meeting the requirements detailed in the Request for Quotation (RFQ) attached. Your response must be sent to rob.carver@naturalengland.org.uk by 6pm on 10/01/2025. If you have any clarification questions linked to this opportunity or the procurement process please submit these via email to rob.carver@naturalengland.org.uk. Please note that, unless commercially sensitive, both the question and the response will be circulated to all tenderers. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f729b1e2-9bf6-4173-a0cd-7f2cce3638e3 | | Notice type | Award Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Works | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | SME | | All stages | Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 29 May 2025 | | Submission deadline | 10 Jan 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 21 Jan 2025 | | Contract period | 3 Feb 2025 - 31 Mar 2025 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £49,999 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | £33,075 | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Active | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | NATURAL ENGLAND | | Locality | CANTERBURY | | Post town | Canterbury | | Postcode | CT2 9JH | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLJ4 Kent | | ITL 3 | TLJ44 East Kent | | Local authority | Canterbury | | Electoral ward | Blean Forest | | Westminster constituency | Canterbury | | Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 1 | | Supplier names | MIKE WEST FENCING | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 77 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services ### Codes - 77220000 - Timber-impregnation services ## Release History - 29 May 2025 at 08:09 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f729b1e2-9bf6-4173-a0cd-7f2cce3638e3 - 3 Dec 2024 at 19:12 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/60c8aef6-67a5-4352-a013-a03dd7fc8b8f - 2 Dec 2024 at 16:29 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/60c8aef6-67a5-4352-a013-a03dd7fc8b8f ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f729b1e2-9bf6-4173-a0cd-7f2cce3638e3 29th May 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/60c8aef6-67a5-4352-a013-a03dd7fc8b8f 3rd December 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/b062b594-9b06-4a69-9baf-c2df67760732 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/55784549-0ea0-4f2d-b6f8-e9d65c3b60bf RFQ - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/91635ea2-f45b-4558-9630-99222e011e23 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/650f60a6-a1f1-49e7-aa86-25570768e222 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/b8ebbe51-25b9-4231-bf03-fa52382d252e - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/14c8d9d5-f6df-4095-ac89-a638ae224565 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/ead35d29-8187-4a9b-88be-7a439fedc918 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/60c14435-ec00-4674-b8b5-56162b5286de RFQ - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/SupplierAttachment/b78eed11-769f-4daa-a0d3-e269ff01aa0f ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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