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title: "GB-Bristol: Wetland Restoration Framework - South England Forest District"
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published: "2022-03-30"
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# GB-Bristol: Wetland Restoration Framework - South England Forest District

Buyer: FORESTRY COMMISSION, ACTING THROUGH FORESTRY ENGLAND (HEREINAFTER REFERRED TO AS FORESTRY ENGLAND)  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-6e8c5fc3-b2aa-46f9-a9f9-afef11ac54a9

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## Summary

The Forestry Commission, through its branch Forestry England, is conducting a tender for the "Wetland Restoration Framework" in the South England Forest District. This initiative falls under the industry category of Excavating and Earthmoving Work (CPV code: 45112000) and involves restoration activities in environmentally sensitive areas designated as Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI). The tender publication date is 30th March 2022, with proposals due by 29th April 2022. The total budget for this project ranges from £500,000 to £1,000,000, and the contract will commence on 17th June 2022, lasting until 16th June 2026. The procurement is being carried out using an open procedure, and up to three suppliers will be selected to join the framework.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) engaged in environmental restoration and civil engineering, particularly those with expertise in handling challenging terrain such as soft and wet ground conditions. Businesses with capabilities in excavation and earthmoving work can leverage this contract to enhance their portfolios and foster growth by participating in a sustainable project that aligns with ecological conservation efforts. Given the tender's focus on specialised environmental works, companies that prioritise sustainability and have relevant past experience will find themselves well-positioned to compete effectively.

## Notice

Forestry England is tendering for the Wetland Restoration Framework in the South England Forest District The works are in sites designated as Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI), sensitive environments and on difficult ground conditions (soft/wet ground) such as might be encountered in the forest environment (e.g. mire seepages). Forestry England will award positions on the Framework to up to 3 suppliers. Full information of the requirements are available in the documentation provided. Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c889e338-de58-4753-9c33-c3e36fabe5ae |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 30 Mar 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 29 Apr 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 16 Jun 2022 - 16 Jun 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | FORESTRY COMMISSION, ACTING THROUGH FORESTRY ENGLAND (HEREINAFTER REFERRED TO AS FORESTRY ENGLAND) |
| Locality | BRISTOL |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | BS16 1EJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England |
| ITL 3 | TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire |
| Local authority | South Gloucestershire |
| Electoral ward | Stoke Park & Cheswick |
| Westminster constituency | Filton and Bradley Stoke |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45112000 - Excavating and earthmoving work

## Release History

- 30 Mar 2022 at 14:00 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c889e338-de58-4753-9c33-c3e36fabe5ae

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c889e338-de58-4753-9c33-c3e36fabe5ae
  30th March 2022 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-GB-Bristol:-Wetland-Restoration-Framework---South-England-Forest-District/DT4YT8588D
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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