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title: "GB-Rickmansworth: Conservation Grazing"
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# GB-Rickmansworth: Conservation Grazing

Buyer: THREE RIVERS DISTRICT COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ebe7eeb2-74a3-48aa-8a9c-8ba94fcc2ec6

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## Summary

Three Rivers District Council is seeking expressions of interest for a four-year conservation grazing contract in the East of England, specifically within Rickmansworth. The procurement is currently in the tender stage, with a deadline for responses by 22 November 2024. The contract, valued at £50,000, aims to support the management plan of local sites through conservation grazing, enhancing biodiversity and wildlife. This opportunity falls under the livestock category with specific mentions of bovine cattle and animal feedstuffs, and will start on 1 March 2025, ending on 1 March 2029.

This tender presents substantial growth opportunities for small and medium enterprises (SMEs), particularly those specialising in livestock management, conservation practices, and animal feed services. With an emphasis on conservation grazing, businesses capable of managing sustainable agricultural practices and maintaining wildlife diversity would be well-suited for this contract. The use of a restricted procedure in procurement ensures a selective and competitive environment, ideal for specialised businesses in the relevant industry. Entrepreneurs in the ecological and environmental service sectors could find this tender particularly advantageous for expanding their portfolio.

## Notice

Expressions of Interest are invited for Multi-year Conservation Grazing on Three Rivers District Council. This will be a four-year contract, incorporating an annual review meeting to agree stocking rates and timings for the following year. Conservation grazing is an important element of the management plan for these sites. Conservation grazing enhances the diversity and structure of wildflowers, which in turn supports a vast array of insects providing a healthy food supply for many mammals and birds. If you are interested, please review and respond to the EOI in accordance with the deadline Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0f6d6070-9276-42a3-9f1f-882be40cb7cd |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 Nov 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Nov 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Mar 2025 - 1 Mar 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £50,000 |
| 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 | THREE RIVERS DISTRICT COUNCIL |
| Locality | RICKMANSWORTH |
| Post town | Watford |
| Postcode | WD3 1RL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLH27 South West Hertfordshire |
| Local authority | Three Rivers |
| Electoral ward | Rickmansworth Town |
| Westminster constituency | South West Hertfordshire |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 03 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products
- 15 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products

### Codes

- 03321100 - Bovine cattle
- 03322000 - Livestock
- 15700000 - Animal feedstuffs

## Release History

- 8 Nov 2024 at 13:45 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0f6d6070-9276-42a3-9f1f-882be40cb7cd

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0f6d6070-9276-42a3-9f1f-882be40cb7cd
  8th November 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-GB-Rickmansworth:-Conservation-Grazing/4S7ZXSG266
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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