--- title: "Avonmouth Organic Reinstatement" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-fe28d332-7dc5-46b4-b297-d75f05bd4647" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-fe28d332-7dc5-46b4-b297-d75f05bd4647" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-fe28d332-7dc5-46b4-b297-d75f05bd4647.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-fe28d332-7dc5-46b4-b297-d75f05bd4647.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS" published: "2024-02-23" --- # Avonmouth Organic Reinstatement Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-fe28d332-7dc5-46b4-b297-d75f05bd4647 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-fe28d332-7dc5-46b4-b297-d75f05bd4647) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-fe28d332-7dc5-46b4-b297-d75f05bd4647.json) ## Summary The Department for Environment Food & Rural Affairs is inviting competitive quotations for the Avonmouth Organic Reinstatement project in the landscaping work category. The project, located in the South West region of the United Kingdom, involves organic land conversion compliant with DEFRA regulations. The contractor must apply organic farming techniques, avoid synthetic inputs, and adhere to organic certification standards. The deadline for submitting quotations is 11th March 2024, with a contract period starting on 25th March 2024 and ending on 1st April 2026. This tender offers an opportunity for landscaping contractors experienced in organic farming methods to grow their business. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) suited to managing sustainable landscapes using organic practices are well-positioned to compete for this project. By adhering to DEFRA guidelines and meeting certification requirements, businesses can access a contract with the Department for Environment Food & Rural Affairs, contributing to environmental sustainability in the South West region. ## Notice The ASEA project requires a landscaping contractor who are capable and have experience of undertaking Organic Land conversion. As specified by DEFRA, organic conversion usually takes two years to complete before being handed back to the landowner as land intended for ruminant grazing and annual crops. In order to get organic certification, there are set rules that must be followed, and only organic farming methods should be used. The contractor should: 1. only control weeds, pests and diseases where necessary, using organic farming techniques and approved materials 2. maintain soil fertility using crop rotation and other organic farming methods. 3. only process organic food where necessary, using limited approved products and substances You must avoid using artificial fertilisers, pesticides, and products for cleaning and disinfection. Where they are needed, you must only use: 1. fertilisers listed in the organics regulations. 2. pesticides listed in the organics regulations. 3. products for cleaning and disinfection listed in the organics regulations. The contractor will be responsible for the application and certification of Organic Status to an approved UK organic control body once the works are complete. Additional information: To apply for this opportunity you must submit your quotation meeting the requirements detailed in the Request for Quotation (RFQ) attached. Your response must be sent to isaac.butler@environment-agency.gov.uk by 17:00 on 11/03/2024. If you have any clarification questions linked to this opportunity or the procurement process please submit these via email to isaac.butler@environment-agency.gov.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/f6338442-b01d-4cd0-a3f8-0f134213903e | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Works | | Procurement method | Limited | | Procurement method details | Competitive quotation (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 23 Feb 2024 | | Submission deadline | 11 Mar 2024 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 25 Mar 2024 - 1 Apr 2026 | | 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 | DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS | | Locality | BRISTOL | | Post town | Bristol | | Postcode | BS1 5AH | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England | | ITL 3 | TLK51 Bristol, City of | | Local authority | Bristol, City of | | Electoral ward | Hotwells and Harbourside | | Westminster constituency | Bristol Central | | Delivery location | TLK South West (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 45 - Construction work ### Codes - 45112700 - Landscaping work ## Release History - 23 Feb 2024 at 11:12 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f6338442-b01d-4cd0-a3f8-0f134213903e ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f6338442-b01d-4cd0-a3f8-0f134213903e 23rd February 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/da67a71a-9b82-47e9-974a-8049da739199 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/5ad01e69-22b1-41a4-a990-c78b1ffda4fc - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/11888989-a671-490e-8527-1075af4d6d57 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/5dcd2902-b30f-4deb-95fc-a782ed7f5620 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/629d0ab3-810c-45d4-96d3-6e2bd60a5dc8 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/648a522b-53e9-4d84-8b96-ac9e1c948388 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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