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title: "Supply of grass cutting services for Kielder Forest and Chopwell Wood"
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# Supply of grass cutting services for Kielder Forest and Chopwell Wood

Buyer: FORESTRY COMMISSION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d711d899-f613-412d-93fc-aa5223f01f7c

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## Summary

The Forestry Commission has awarded a contract for the supply of grass cutting services for Kielder Forest and Chopwell Wood, classified under the CPV code for hire of mowers or agricultural equipment with operator. This procurement falls under the services category and was conducted using an open bidding method. The contract, valued at £40,000, has been split into two lots, allowing bidders to compete for one or both segments. Key dates include the publication of the tender on 5th February 2018, a tender period that ended on 12th March 2018, and a contract period commencing on 9th April 2018 and concluding on 8th April 2022.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary and community sector enterprises (VCSEs) to expand their business operations. Potential bidders should include firms specialising in landscaping, grounds maintenance, and forestry services, particularly those with experience in managing large outdoor spaces. By participating in this tender, businesses can not only secure a contract with a reputable public authority but also enhance their portfolio and engage in future opportunities with the Forestry Commission.

## Notice

The Forestry Commission will be awarding a contract for the provision of grass cutting services in Kielder Forest and Chopwell Wood. This tender is split into two lots and you may bid for both or individual lots.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/55bdfb9f-0000-4a90-9041-233737a2d872 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 May 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 12 Mar 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 20 Mar 2018 |
| Contract period | 8 Apr 2018 - 8 Apr 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £40,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £36,055 |
| 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 COMMISSION |
| Locality | BELLINGHAM |
| Post town | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Postcode | NE48 2HP |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC42 Northumberland |
| Local authority | Northumberland |
| Electoral ward | Bellingham |
| Westminster constituency | Hexham |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 2 |
| Supplier names | 4NATURE; LOWTHER FORESTRY GROUP |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 77112000 - Hire of mowers or agricultural equipment with operator

## Release History

- 23 May 2018 at 07:45 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/55bdfb9f-0000-4a90-9041-233737a2d872
- 5 Feb 2018 at 09:41 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/24fd37cf-e651-434e-9d8c-b10612ecfdfa

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/55bdfb9f-0000-4a90-9041-233737a2d872
  23rd May 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/24fd37cf-e651-434e-9d8c-b10612ecfdfa
  5th February 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/1aae5c26-7ce5-4af7-865b-f2c28a629e72
  Invitation to Tender FEE/0506
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/1812ee50-949b-411f-90a9-b46bb7c6e537
  Maps

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