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title: "Mechanical control of scrub at Saltfleetby-Theddlethorpe Dune NNR"
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# Mechanical control of scrub at Saltfleetby-Theddlethorpe Dune NNR

Buyer: NATURAL ENGLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-dfdbfbb6-2672-438a-b026-0bb7970f306f

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## Summary

The public procurement process for the mechanical control of scrub at Saltfleetby-Theddlethorpe Dune National Nature Reserve has been completed, with Natural England as the contracting authority. This project falls under the industry category of tree-clearing services, with work scheduled in the East Midlands, England. The procurement was conducted through an open procedure below the financial threshold, with the initial tender period ending on 18th November 2024. Subsequent to this, the contract was awarded on 19th November 2024 to J E SPENCE & SON FARMS LTD, a small to medium-sized enterprise, for a total contract value of £12,400. The work is expected to take place from 20th January 2025 to 7th February 2025.

This tender offers excellent business opportunities, particularly for SMEs experienced in ecological and environmental management, as the project requires strategic scrub clearance and ecological considerations. Companies specialising in environmental impact management or those with expertise in biosecurity, site restoration, and fencing installation are well-suited to compete for such contracts. The involvement of an Ecological Clerk of Works (ECoW) underscores the ecological sensitivity of the site, creating a niche opportunity for businesses that provide ecological consultancy and environmentally sustainable solutions. By engaging closely with Natural England, businesses have the chance to expand their portfolio through government contracts while contributing to significant conservation efforts.

## Notice

Site location: Churchill south, Saltfleetby-Theddlethorpe Dunes National Nature Reserve Brief Methodology c.500 metres of ground preparation through scrub clearance and for installation of a new fence line (not included in specs) by root pulling, chain sawing and burning on the brash. and 2 (ha) of steep bank copes of scrubs map available on demande. The contractor is to advise the best suitable route, and the map location is only an indication of the preferred line. When pulling the root is unsuitable due to access limitation, softening of the ground or protected species presence (badger/bat) the contractor will chainsaw and remove to burn or leave it in situ if agreed by Natural England. Pilling brash and burning in a burn pit dug by contractor at a location confirmed by NE and methodology provided at submission. The contractor is to commission an Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) engineer to carry out a watching brief. The contractor must meet on the site with Natural England prior to quoting for this work The contractor will advise what is their preferred vehicular access route, vehicle must be low ground pressure. An Ecological Clerk of Work (ECoW) will be employed by the contractor for this work. Badger present in the area The work will be undertaken in a public access zone, the contractor must provide signage, bank's person at entry. Contractor to attend a site induction and sign the site rules Access ruts created by the contractor whilst on site must be rolled out and any damage to the site infrastructure replaced like for like by the end of works, subject to Delphine Suty's approval. Additional information: Conditions applying to the RFQ Contractors must meet on site before Friday 15th with NE prior to submit quotation. You should examine your response to the RFQ and related documents ensuring it is complete prior to submitting your completed quotation. Your quotation must contain sufficient information to enable the Authority to evaluate it fairly and effectively. You should ensure that you have prepared your quotation fully and accurately and that prices quoted are arithmetically correct for the units stated. The supplier by submitting a quotation is deemed to accept the terms and conditions in the RFQ. Failure to comply with the instructions set out in the RFQ may result in the supplier's exclusion from this procurement. Acceptance of Quotations By issuing this RFQ the Authority does not bind itself to accept any quotation and reserves the right not to award a contract to any supplier who submits a quotation. Costs The Authority will not reimburse you for any costs and expenses which you incur preparing and submitting your quotation, even if the Authority amends or terminates the procurement process. Mandatory Requirements The RFQ includes mandatory requirements and, if you do not comply with them, your quotation will not be evaluated. Clarifications The Authority reserves the right to discuss, confidentially, any aspect of your quotation with you prior to any award of Contract to clarify matters. Amendments The Authority may amend the RFQ at any time prior to the deadline for receipt. If it amends the RFQ the Authority will notify you in writing and may extend the deadline for receipt in order to give you a reasonable time in which to take the amendment into account. Conditions of Contract The terms and conditions attached Standard Goods and Services Terms and Conditions (see Appendix 1) will be included in any contract awarded as a result of this RFQ process. The Authority will not accept any material changes to these terms and conditions proposed by a supplier. Specification Quote evaluation criteria to be supplied and values-please supply with your quote Environmental Management, Wildlife and Natural Features @20% *Environmental impact and biosecurity evidence that your operation will minimise damage to the site. Include your refuelling methodology, your COSHH storage when one site and your welfare facilities Value -Total cost of the project exclusive of VAT @60% *Project duration *Project methodology *Having met NE staff prior to quoting reference etc: *2 references of similar projects that you have managed *Policies/certificates: VAT registration; Public Liability Insurance. *Operator competence certificates for operating the machinery *RAM If you have any clarification questions linked to this opportunity or the procurement process please submit these via email to delphine.suty@naturalengland.org.uk. Please note that, unless commercially sensitive, both the question and the response will be circulated to all tenderers.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2d352c9e-1823-45e7-8b9f-9c2643ab13c6 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 Jun 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 18 Nov 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 19 Nov 2024 |
| Contract period | 20 Jan 2025 - 7 Feb 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £15,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £12,400 |
| 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 | NATURAL ENGLAND |
| Locality | SALTFLEETBY ST CLEMENTS |
| Post town | Lincoln |
| Postcode | LN11 7TR |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF3 Lincolnshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF30 Lincolnshire CC |
| Local authority | East Lindsey |
| Electoral ward | Marshchapel & Somercotes |
| Westminster constituency | Louth and Horncastle |
| Delivery location | TLF East Midlands (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | J E SPENCE & SON FARMS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 77211300 - Tree-clearing services

## Release History

- 12 Jun 2025 at 13:40 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2d352c9e-1823-45e7-8b9f-9c2643ab13c6
- 24 Oct 2024 at 12:37 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/837d48dd-dbc8-4e66-857f-2b93b8d19b55

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2d352c9e-1823-45e7-8b9f-9c2643ab13c6
  12th June 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/837d48dd-dbc8-4e66-857f-2b93b8d19b55
  24th October 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/2000826a-ec8a-4d26-b5d1-90933ff3be0e
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/d181a6c2-cd98-4a61-ae3c-e532b96989e5
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/f24a0a55-b838-4a7c-90db-ecd58aa70075
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/e9539452-c008-4752-bba8-2be534a25974
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/724ba31c-4e8b-4f96-8695-46e216d8504a
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/ef1de042-3a95-48d5-a92d-ef8b37570c7f
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/e1953393-f900-4c37-a4c7-9451a96e2b4e
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/e4d54de7-3f25-44dc-9f17-ab743417c459
  RFQ
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/SupplierAttachment/3595b526-1de6-42c1-91fd-a6a8a7763c50

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