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title: "Framework for the supply of Crowberry Empetrum nigrum for bare peat restoration across the North Pennines, the Yorkshire Dales National Park and the Forest of Bowland AONB."
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# Framework for the supply of Crowberry Empetrum nigrum for bare peat restoration across the North Pennines, the Yorkshire Dales National Park and the Forest of Bowland AONB.

Buyer: DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-9cf6fb36-3905-4f5b-9dc8-77ca051847b8

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## Summary

Durham County Council is currently seeking a supplier through an open procurement process for the growing, supply, and delivery of approximately 178,000 plug plants of Crowberry Empetrum nigrum. This tender, titled "Framework for the supply of Crowberry Empetrum nigrum for bare peat restoration across the North Pennines, the Yorkshire Dales National Park and the Forest of Bowland AONB," is aimed at supporting peatland restoration efforts in the North East of the United Kingdom. The tender period will end on 3rd July 2019, and the contract is expected to commence on 15th July 2019, lasting for a duration of three years until 14th July 2022.

This procurement presents an excellent opportunity for businesses in the environmental, agriculture, and horticulture sectors to supply goods that contribute to ecological restoration. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) would be well-suited to participate, especially those with experience in plant sourcing and delivery, as well as those engaged in sustainability-focused initiatives. Engaging in this tender could not only enhance business growth but also align with corporate social responsibility goals by supporting environmental conservation efforts in prominent national parks and areas of outstanding natural beauty.

## Notice

Durham County Council is seeking to appoint a single supplier for the growing, supply and delivery of approximately 178,000 plug plants of Crowberry Empetrum nigrum plug plants for the North Pennines AONB Partnership for peatland restoration work across the North Pennines AONB, the Yorkshire Dales National Park and the Forest of Bowland AONB.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/da445259-676c-47c5-b0ba-4339408f4807 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 10 Jun 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 3 Jul 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 14 Jul 2019 - 14 Jul 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| 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 | DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | DURHAM |
| Post town | Durham |
| Postcode | DH1 5UL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC41 Durham |
| Local authority | County Durham |
| Electoral ward | Neville's Cross |
| Westminster constituency | City of Durham |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 03 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products

### Codes

- 03000000 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products

## Release History

- 10 Jun 2019 at 14:18 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/da445259-676c-47c5-b0ba-4339408f4807

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/da445259-676c-47c5-b0ba-4339408f4807
  10th June 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.durham.gov.uk

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