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title: "NHDC Removal of Tree Sucker & Epicormic Growth 2026-AWARDED - AWARD"
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# NHDC Removal of Tree Sucker & Epicormic Growth 2026-AWARDED - AWARD

Buyer: NHDC - PARKS AND OPEN SPACES  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a673cd84-57ad-46a4-9460-fbf475871b2a

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## Summary

North Hertfordshire District Council (NHDC) - Parks and Open Spaces has awarded a contract for the "Removal of Tree Sucker & Epicormic Growth 2026" project, under the services category of Tree Pruning (CPV code: 77341000). The project encompasses tree maintenance across various sites in the North Herts district, UK. The award was made on 27th May 2026, with the contract period scheduled from 7th June 2026 to 31st August 2026. The procurement was completed using a method distinct from standard procedures, and the successful bidders were APA Contract Services Limited trading as Arborcare and Steve Dear Tree Services Ltd.

This contract presents business growth opportunities particularly for companies specialising in arboricultural and tree maintenance services. These firms can expand their portfolio by demonstrating competence in similar projects, potentially improving their chances of securing future tenders with local councils. Businesses that have the capacity to provide services across diverse geographical locations, including but not limited to the UK, Europe, and the British Overseas Territories, would find this contract alignment beneficial, enhancing their market reach and experience in public sector projects.

## Notice

Removal of tree sucker and epicormic growth from NHDC and highway trees at various sites across the North Herts district. *This project has now been awarded*

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d59b93b2-20ec-4ebe-9c2d-344e898ab12f |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 27 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 20 May 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 26 May 2026 |
| Contract period | 6 Jun 2026 - 31 Aug 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £12,100 |
| 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 | NHDC - PARKS AND OPEN SPACES |
| Locality | HERTFORDSHIRE |
| Post town | Stevenage |
| Postcode | SG6 3JF |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLH26 North and East Hertfordshire |
| Local authority | North Hertfordshire |
| Electoral ward | Letchworth South West |
| Westminster constituency | North East Hertfordshire |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 2 |
| Supplier names | APA CONTRACT SERVICES LIMITED T/A ARBORCARE; STEVE DEAR TREE SERVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 77341000 - Tree pruning

## Release History

- 27 May 2026 at 11:11 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d59b93b2-20ec-4ebe-9c2d-344e898ab12f

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d59b93b2-20ec-4ebe-9c2d-344e898ab12f
  27th May 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.north-herts.gov.uk

## Provenance

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