--- title: "North Forest District Planting and Forest Management DPS" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-035880" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-035880" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-035880.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-035880.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "FORESTRY ENGLAND" published: "2025-10-03" --- # North Forest District Planting and Forest Management DPS Buyer: FORESTRY ENGLAND Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-035880 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-035880) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-035880.json) ## Summary Forestry England is managing a procurement process titled "North Forest District Planting and Forest Management DPS," focused on forestry services. The project covers regions in North England, including Northumberland, County Durham, Cumbria, and North Lancashire, with the main office located in Bellingham. This procurement involves using a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) to award contracts for the planting, establishment, and maintenance of forestry sites, spanning between 750-900 hectares annually. The procurement stage is currently in the tender update phase, as of 3rd October 2025. The procurement method being employed is the selective, restricted procedure, and the tender, with a total value of £10 million, includes 12 available lots. The invitation for submission allows for electronic methods by 2nd August 2030. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in forestry services across the United Kingdom. It is well-suited for small to medium enterprises (SMEs) given the adaptable nature of the Dynamic Purchasing System, which can accommodate a diverse range of suppliers and contractors. Companies with expertise in forestry management, planting, and maintenance can benefit from engaging in this large-scale, multi-lot contract. The tender has strict criteria ensuring that successful bidders have the necessary technical and economic capability to meet the requirements and contribute to the region's sustainable forestry development. Additionally, with electronic invoicing and payment options, the procurement process facilitates smooth financial transactions, making it conducive for business growth. ## Notice North England Forest District (NEFD) encompasses Northumberland, County Durham, Cumbria and North Lancashire. The District Office is based at Bellingham, with 7 outstation offices located across the District. The Forest District has an average current annual restock programme of between 750- 900Ha. Forestry England will be awarding contracts utilising a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for the provision of services to facilitate the planting, establishment, and early years maintenance of coniferous and broadleaf restock and new woodland sites. ### Lot Information Lot 1 - Bowland Lot 1 - Bowland. Additional information: To respond to this opportunity please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/NGY3B725B9 Lot 2 - Grizedale Lot 2 - Grizedale Lot 3 - Ennerdale & Thornthwaite Lot 3 - Ennerdale & Thornthwaite Lot 4 - Cumberland Lot 4 - Cumberland Lot 5 - Kershope & Spadeadam Lot 5 - Kershope & Spadeadam Lot 6 - Kielder South Lot 6 - Kielder South Lot 7 - Kielder West Lot 7 - Kielder West Lot 8 - Kielder North Lot 8 - Kielder North Lot 9 - Kielder East Lot 9 - Kielder East Lot 10 - Continuous Cover Areas - Kielder Main Block Lot 10 - Continuous Cover Areas - Kielder Main Block Lot 11 - Rothbury Lot 11 - Rothbury Lot 12 - Hamsterley Lot 12 - Hamsterley ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062314-2025 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Dynamic | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Selective | | Procurement method details | Restricted procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 3 Oct 2025 | | Submission deadline | 2 Aug 2030 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £10,000,000 | | 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 | FORESTRY ENGLAND | | Locality | BRISTOL | | Post town | Bristol | | Postcode | BS16 1EJ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England | | ITL 3 | TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire | | Local authority | South Gloucestershire | | Electoral ward | Stoke Park & Cheswick | | Westminster constituency | Filton and Bradley Stoke | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 77 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services ### Codes - 77200000 - Forestry services ## Release History - 3 Oct 2025 at 15:52 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062314-2025 - 3 Aug 2022 at 11:05 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021244-2022 ## Notice URLs - http://www.forestryengland.uk - https://app.panacea-software.com/ForestryCommission/eRFX-Public/TenderOpportunities.aspx - https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/NGY3B725B9 - https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Bristol:-Forestry-services./NGY3B725B9 - https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-title/NGY3B725B9 - https://www.forestryengland.uk ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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