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title: "Management of West Northamptonshire Nature Reserves"
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# Management of West Northamptonshire Nature Reserves

Buyer: WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-92216583-9cc2-48cf-baf9-ffbfc9d3bca0

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## Summary

West Northamptonshire Council has completed the procurement process for the "Management of West Northamptonshire Nature Reserves," under the horticultural services industry category in the East Midlands region of the United Kingdom. This contract involves the provision of maintenance, conservation, and ecological management of several designated nature reserves, including Farthinghoe and Abington Meadows. The procurement process followed a selective method using a restricted procedure, with a contract value of £44,201. The contract period begins on 1st April 2025 and ends on 31st March 2030, with all relevant activities expected to align with best practices in biodiversity and public accessibility.

This procurement presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for SMEs and VCSEs specialising in ecological management and conservation services. The contract awarded to The Wildlife Trust B C N, a frontrunner in biodiversity and conservation work, underscores the potential for similar businesses with a focus on sustainable practices to engage in competitive public procurement processes. By catering to this and similar contracts, businesses can enhance their portfolios and secure a long-term presence in the ecological services sector. The provision of extensive service requirements highlights the need for expertise in habitat protection and public accessibility, thereby offering a platform for eco-conscious businesses to not only compete but also thrive.

## Notice

West Northamptonshire Council is entering into a Service Level Agreement with the Wildlife Trust for the maintenance, conservation, and ecological management of designated nature reserves within the West Northamptonshire area including Farthinghoe, Abington Meadows, Woodford Halse, Barnes Meadow, Lings, Kingsthorpe Meadows & Bradlaugh Fields. The Wildlife Trust will deliver a programme of works that ensures these sites are managed in accordance with recognised best practice for biodiversity, habitat protection, and public access.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9369ff91-5ed6-40ee-9a8c-0df5540e0550 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 29 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Jan 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 31 Mar 2025 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £44,201 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £44,201 |
| 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 | WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL |
| Locality | NORTHAMPTON |
| Post town | Northampton |
| Postcode | NN1 1ED |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF24 West Northamptonshire |
| Local authority | West Northamptonshire |
| Electoral ward | Castle |
| Westminster constituency | Northampton North |
| Delivery location | TLF East Midlands (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | THE WILDLIFE TRUST B C N |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 77300000 - Horticultural services

## Release History

- 29 Jan 2026 at 12:25 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9369ff91-5ed6-40ee-9a8c-0df5540e0550

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9369ff91-5ed6-40ee-9a8c-0df5540e0550
  29th January 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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