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title: "GB-Bristol: Framework for Control of Rhododendron in the New Forest"
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# GB-Bristol: Framework for Control of Rhododendron in the New Forest

Buyer: FORESTRY ENGLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-8359883b-9a64-4c21-aa44-e5154009bcdd

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## Summary

The procurement process involves Forestry England, which is based in Bristol, UK, seeking contractors for a tender titled "Framework for Control of Rhododendron in the New Forest." This procurement is categorised under 'Weed-clearance services' and employs an open procedure for tendering. The tender period concluded on 13 November 2020, and the awarded contract runs from 1 December 2020 to 1 December 2024, with a total contract value of £149,000.

This tender presents an opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to engage in environmental management services, specifically through herbicide application and the use of chainsaws to manage invasive rhododendron species. Businesses specialising in ecological services, landscaping, or invasive species management would find this opportunity well-suited, enabling them to contribute to conservation efforts in designated special areas while potentially expanding their client base within public sector contracts.

## Notice

This work will be delivered under the New Forest Higher Level Stewardship (HLS) Scheme that seeks to improve the condition of each Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) unit within the New Forest SAC. The work will involve herbicide application and the use of chainsaws/brush cutters to manage the rhododendron in the New Forest. This Framework is a replacement for Framework Number FEE/0454. 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/d208c186-5b72-46b0-bfd6-d87b62adfff3 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 Apr 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 13 Nov 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 13 Nov 2020 |
| Contract period | 1 Dec 2020 - 1 Dec 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £149,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £149,000 |
| 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 | 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 | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SOUTHERN COUNTIES FORESTRY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 77 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services

### Codes

- 77312000 - Weed-clearance services

## Release History

- 19 Apr 2021 at 09:45 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d208c186-5b72-46b0-bfd6-d87b62adfff3

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d208c186-5b72-46b0-bfd6-d87b62adfff3
  19th April 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=587151760
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