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title: "INVITATION TO TENDER FOR CREATION OF NEW NATIVE WOODLAND AT CASTLE FARM AND HEGGS FARM, ARKENGARTHDALE"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-03320a"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "YORKSHIRE DALES NATIONAL PARK AUTHORITY"
published: "2022-04-29"
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# INVITATION TO TENDER FOR CREATION OF NEW NATIVE WOODLAND AT CASTLE FARM AND HEGGS FARM, ARKENGARTHDALE

Buyer: YORKSHIRE DALES NATIONAL PARK AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-03320a

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## Summary

The Yorkshire Dales National Park Authority has issued an invitation to tender for the creation of new native woodland at Castle Farm and Heggs Farm, located near Reeth in Arkengarthdale. This active procurement falls under the services category, specifically classified as forestry services (CPV code 77200000). The procurement method is an open procedure, with a submission deadline set for noon on 3rd June 2022. The project entails a total area of 32 hectares, with planned contract execution beginning on 1st July 2022 and concluding by 31st December 2022.

This tender presents notable opportunities for businesses specialising in forestry and environmental services, particularly those with expertise in woodland management and ecological restoration. Companies that focus on planting, fencing, and habitat creation, as well as those with capabilities in ecological assessments and site preparation, would be well-positioned to compete effectively. The successful bidder will work directly with the Yorkshire Dales National Park Authority, positioning them within a prestigious environmental project that contributes to biodiversity and conservation efforts in the region.

## Notice

We are seeking tenders for all aspects of new native woodland creation at Heggs Farm and Castle Farm near Reeth in Arkengarthdale. The is 32 ha in total covering land on the two adjacent farms. The scheme has been through the EIA determination process and any other consents will be in place prior to works starting. Payments will be made and contracts entered into with the Yorkshire Dales National Park Authority. The full tender document with detailed information and instructions can be found on the Yorkshire Dales National Park Authority website www.yorkshiredales.org.uk/park-authority/our-service-to-you/access-to-information/open-data/contracts-and-tenders/ The tender must be returned in an envelope to the Director of Corporate Services, Yorkshire Dales National Park Authority, Yoredale, Bainbridge, Leyburn, North Yorkshire DL8 3EL, on or before noon on 3rd June, 2022. If tenders are delivered by hand a receipt should be obtained. The tender envelope and its franking must not bear any indication of the tenderer's identity and the envelope must only be marked "Tender for New Native Woodland Schemes at Castle Farm and Heggs Farm, Arkengarthdale." Electronic tenders, if preferred, should be sent to procurement@yorkshiredales.org.uk with the title stating "Tender for New Native Woodland Schemes at Castle Farm and Heggs Farm, Arkengarthdale" and must be received by noon on 3rd June, 2022.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

We are seeking tenders for all aspects of new native woodland creation at Heggs Farm and Castle Farm near Reeth in Arkengarthdale. The is 32 ha in total covering land on the two adjacent farms. The project involves creation of an access track (quad bike access, involving no materials brought to site), ground preparation (incl. bracken control), fence removal, new fencing and tree planting, according to a detailed specification. In total, 33630 trees and shrubs will be planted and protected. The density of the planting will vary with areas of shrubs and open ground. The lower section of the site will be planted at 1600 stems per ha, whilst the higher area will be planted at 1100 stems per ha. The area will not be made rabbit proof so the trees will be individually protected. The area to be planted will primarily be dictated by the ground conditions and the existing tree cover on the site. A maximum of 20% of the area will be left as open space. The open space will be around footpaths, archaeological features, existing priority habitats and rocky areas where the soil is very shallow. The scheme has been through the EIA determination process and any other consents will be in place prior to works starting. Payments will be made and contracts entered into with the Yorkshire Dales National Park Authority. The full tender document with detailed information and instructions can be found on the Yorkshire Dales National Park Authority website www.yorkshiredales.org.uk/park-authority/our-service-to-you/access-to-information/open-data/contracts-and-tenders/ The tender must be returned in an envelope to the Director of Corporate Services, Yorkshire Dales National Park Authority, Yoredale, Bainbridge, Leyburn, North Yorkshire DL8 3EL, on or before noon on 3rd June, 2022. If tenders are delivered by hand a receipt should be obtained. The tender envelope and its franking must not bear any indication of the tenderer's identity and the envelope must only be marked "Tender for New Native Woodland Schemes at Castle Farm and Heggs Farm, Arkengarthdale." Electronic tenders, if preferred, should be sent to procurement@yorkshiredales.org.uk with the title stating "Tender for New Native Woodland Schemes at Castle Farm and Heggs Farm, Arkengarthdale" and must be received by noon on 3rd June, 2022.

Options: Option to extend contract by 3 months

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011117-2022 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 29 Apr 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 3 Jun 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Jun 2022 - 31 Dec 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £236,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Active |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | YORKSHIRE DALES NATIONAL PARK AUTHORITY |
| Locality | GRASSINGTON |
| Post town | Bradford |
| Postcode | BD23 5LB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE2 North Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE22 North Yorkshire |
| Local authority | North Yorkshire |
| Electoral ward | Wharfedale |
| Westminster constituency | Skipton and Ripon |
| Delivery location | TLE2 North Yorkshire |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 77200000 - Forestry services

## Release History

- 29 Apr 2022 at 11:17 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011117-2022

## Notice URLs

- https://www.yorkshiredales.org.uk/
- https://www.yorkshiredales.org.uk/park-authority/our-service-to-you/access-to-information/open-data/contracts-and-tenders/

## Provenance

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