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title: "Westonbirt Arboretum Design Framework"
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# Westonbirt Arboretum Design Framework

Buyer: FORESTRY COMMISSION  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c0d8c90e-dfd5-4c21-ae59-1f27739e932d

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## Summary

The Forestry Commission has initiated the tender process for the "Westonbirt Arboretum Design Framework" in Gloucestershire, under the industry category of design consultancy services (CPV 79415200). The procurement stage is currently at the tender stage, with submissions due by 26 February 2025. This framework agreement, valued at £350,000, will be split into two lots: Lot 1 for design work covering digital and print, and Lot 2 for design and build projects. The contract is set to begin on 21 July 2025 and will end on 20 July 2029. The procurement method is an open procedure, encouraging broad participation.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in design consultancy services, particularly those with expertise in digital and print design as well as design and build projects. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) are especially well-suited to compete due to the framework's suitability considerations. Participating in this tender can enhance business growth through long-term engagement with the Forestry Commission and contribute to the development of a nationally recognised arboretum.

## Notice

We will be awarding a framework agreement for design work at Westonbirt, The National Arboretum in Gloucestershire. This framework will cover our everyday design works and will be split over 2 lots covering different design work 'types'. Lot 1 will be design for digital and print, Lot 2 will be for design and build projects.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bdd1dff4-6220-4a6a-a3fc-02af78f0289b |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Jan 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 26 Feb 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 20 Jul 2025 - 20 Jul 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £350,000 |
| 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 |
| 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 | TLK South West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 79415200 - Design consultancy services

## Release History

- 22 Jan 2025 at 15:20 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bdd1dff4-6220-4a6a-a3fc-02af78f0289b

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bdd1dff4-6220-4a6a-a3fc-02af78f0289b
  22nd January 2025 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Bristol:-Design-consultancy-services./4A6JYM2WFS
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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