--- title: "Hog Cliff NNR Glebe Farm Deer fencing" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-6d27efbe-2fcd-42db-88b0-6440b1be64bf" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-6d27efbe-2fcd-42db-88b0-6440b1be64bf" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-6d27efbe-2fcd-42db-88b0-6440b1be64bf.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-6d27efbe-2fcd-42db-88b0-6440b1be64bf.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "NATURAL ENGLAND" published: "2024-11-21" --- # Hog Cliff NNR Glebe Farm Deer fencing Buyer: NATURAL ENGLAND Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-b5fd17-6d27efbe-2fcd-42db-88b0-6440b1be64bf [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-6d27efbe-2fcd-42db-88b0-6440b1be64bf) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-6d27efbe-2fcd-42db-88b0-6440b1be64bf.json) ## Summary Natural England has concluded the procurement process for the "Hog Cliff NNR Glebe Farm Deer fencing" project, which falls under the industry category of "Erection of fencing" (CPV 45342000). The project, located in the South West region of the United Kingdom, required approximately 962 metres of deer fencing along with gates and scrub removal at the Parsons Close field. The procurement process followed an open procedure (below threshold), with the tender period ending on 4 October 2024. The contract was awarded to Richard Clayson Farm Services on 9 October 2024, with a contract period from 11 October 2024 to 31 January 2025. The project was valued at £20,719 GBP. This tender creates significant opportunities for businesses specialising in agriculture, fencing, and land management, particularly SMEs. Companies with expertise in erecting deer fencing and clearing scrub can compete effectively due to the detailed specifications aligning with Forestry Commission guidance. The project scope and value make it well-suited for small businesses aiming to expand their portfolio and gain recognition through public sector contracts. Additionally, the project’s scale and clear timelines provide a manageable yet substantial business growth opportunity. ## Notice The specification and site location details are also set out in the attached Maps. Approximately 962 metres of deer fence, 2 x 12ft deer field gates, 4 x deer pedestrian gates as per specifications below. General Deer Fencing Specification in line with Forestry Commission guidance found at: https://cdn.forestresearch.gov.uk/2006/03/fctg002.pdf Parsons Close field fence to exclude Sika, Fallow, Roe and Muntjac. Fence height - 1800mm Maximum mesh size - 80mm x 80mm up to 1500mm of fence height Intermediate Stakes - chestnut, 2.6m x 8-10cm Strainers/turning posts - chestnut, 3m x 15-18cm Maximum stake spacing - 5 metres Tensioned top and bottom support wires to prevent mesh from sagging. Gate hanging and slamming posts chestnut square or round, minimum dimensions: 3m x 18cm minimum. Not to be used as strainers. 2 x Field Gates must exclude all deer species above and be constructed from treated softwood timber. Height 1800mm and be minimum 3660mm wide. Can be single gate or pair, but pair must be secured in the centre (e.g. by drop bolts). Must be able to be secured with padlock. 4 x Pedestrian gates must be self-closing, with a lockable latch and open within kissing gate enclosure. Constructed from treated softwood timber, 1800mm high and minimum 900mm wide. Some light scrub removal and/or topping will be required along fence line (to be confirmed with NE staff after contract awarded). Additional information: 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 tom.sunderland@naturalengland.org.uk 5pm on 04/10/24. If you have any clarification questions linked to this opportunity or the procurement process please submit these via email to tom.sunderland@naturalengland.org.uk or will.weldon@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/03089d96-f4c2-4b5d-8dda-bb6ffdc517f4 | | 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 | 21 Nov 2024 | | Submission deadline | 4 Oct 2024 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 8 Oct 2024 | | Contract period | 10 Oct 2024 - 31 Jan 2025 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £40,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | £20,719 | | 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 | DORCHESTER | | Post town | Dorchester | | Postcode | DT1 1XJ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset | | ITL 3 | TLK64 Dorset | | Local authority | Dorset | | Electoral ward | Dorchester West | | Westminster constituency | West Dorset | | Delivery location | TLK South West (England) | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 1 | | Supplier names | RICHARD CLAYSON FARM SERVICES | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 45 - Construction work ### Codes - 45342000 - Erection of fencing ## Release History - 21 Nov 2024 at 10:18 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/03089d96-f4c2-4b5d-8dda-bb6ffdc517f4 - 13 Sep 2024 at 09:49 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ea6bd427-92cf-4c9d-8746-40a66da626ca - 5 Sep 2024 at 14:05 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ea6bd427-92cf-4c9d-8746-40a66da626ca ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/03089d96-f4c2-4b5d-8dda-bb6ffdc517f4 21st November 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ea6bd427-92cf-4c9d-8746-40a66da626ca 13th September 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/19a76942-8a73-420b-927e-fa4e54d2d625 RFQ - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/9e4f35c7-1b22-4ab2-b981-5ac70914e35d - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/5642fb47-6ed5-414c-aeba-4ea285152a9e - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/09ae31b2-3902-4a83-8b4a-f3afe14446fd - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/5b0de8ef-65d9-46e3-9417-0f6996a1949a - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/84899185-b6c8-4b8e-a864-a69c275f7d60 RFQ - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/2e5fad5e-c50a-424c-9f25-4ec386f42be0 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/57614b7c-ce3b-4243-b8b7-241c745477b0 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/48357717-950e-4159-a85d-8451636f815a - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/SupplierAttachment/9b86fa5d-636d-40a8-82e2-6b1509b858e1 ## Notice URLs - https://cdn.forestresearch.gov.uk/2006/03/fctg002.pdf ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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