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title: "Oak Processionary Moth Control Services Framework"
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# Oak Processionary Moth Control Services Framework

Buyer: FORESTRY COMMISSION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04ad66

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## Summary

The Forestry Commission has awarded a framework agreement for Oak Processionary Moth Control Services, focusing on chemical spraying and manual nest removal across various regions in the UK, including South East and South West England, East Midlands, West Midlands, North East, Wales, and Scotland. This procurement process, now at the award stage with contracts signed on 23 December 2024, involves a significant number of suppliers and is structured into 18 lots based on geographical areas and types of services. The primary goal is to manage the invasive Oak Processionary Moth, ensuring rapid response to new outbreaks. This contract, valued at approximately £400,000,000, was undertaken through an open procedure and is expected to run until 2028.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in forestry services, particularly those with expertise in chemical application and pest control. Companies equipped with the necessary certifications and training for commercial chemical application will find this contract particularly suitable. The distribution of lots across different regions ensures that businesses locally and across various parts of the UK can compete, potentially expanding their market reach. Small and medium enterprises are encouraged to participate, providing significant growth potential for those able to meet the high standards and stringent requirements set by the Forestry Commission.

## Notice

The Forestry Commission has awarded a framework agreement for Oak Processionary Moth Control Services. We have awarded a framework agreement primarily for chemical spraying and manual nest removal services to control the invasive Oak Processionary Moth (OPM). The framework agreement includes emergency response to new outbreaks of tree pests. These require competent and appropriately trained and certified operators for commercial chemical application and supply of all necessary equipment. The framework agreement has 18 Lots organised by geographical area and category of work. A maximum of 5 suppliers have been awarded to each Lot.

### Lot Information

South East Forest Services Area - Chemical Application

Chemical Application Services for Oak Processionary Moth Control in South East England

South East Forest Services Area - Nest Removal

Manual Nest Removal Services for Oak Processionary Moth Control in South East England

South West Forest Services Area - Chemical Application

Chemical Application Services for Oak Processionary Moth Control in South West England

South West Forest Services Area - Nest Removal

Manual Nest Removal Services for Oak Processionary Moth Control in South West England

East and East Midlands Forest Services Area - Chemical Application

Chemical Application Services for Oak Processionary Moth Control in East of England and East Midlands

East and East Midlands Forest Services Area - Nest Removal

Manual Nest Removal Services for Oak Processionary Moth Control in East of England and East Midlands

North West and West Midlands Forest Services Area - Chemical Application

Chemical Application Services for Oak Processionary Moth Control in West Midlands and North West England

North West and West Midlands Forest Services Area - Nest Removal

Manual Nest Removal Services for Oak Processionary Moth Control in West Midlands and North West England

North East Forest Services Area - Chemical Application

Chemical Application Services for Oak Processionary Moth Control in North East England

North East Forest Services Area - Nest Removal

Manual Nest Removal Services for Oak Processionary Moth Control in North East England

Wales - Chemical Application

Chemical Application Services for Oak Processionary Moth Control in Wales

Wales - Nest Removal

Manual Nest Removal Services for Oak Processionary Moth Control in Wales

Central Scotland - Chemical Application

Chemical Application Services for Oak Processionary Moth Control in Central Scotland

Central Scotland - Nest Removal

Manual Nest Removal Services for Oak Processionary Moth Control in Central Scotland

West of Scotland - Chemical Application

Chemical Application Services for Oak Processionary Moth Control in West Scotland

West of Scotland - Nest Removal

Manual Nest Removal Services for Oak Processionary Moth Control in West Scotland

Highland and Grampian - Chemical Application

Chemical Application Services for Oak Processionary Moth Control in Highland and Grampian

Highland and Grampian - Nest Removal

Manual Nest Removal Services for Oak Processionary Moth Control in Highland and Grampian

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003907-2025 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large, SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 6 Feb 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 18 Nov 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 23 Dec 2024 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | October 2028 |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £4,000,000 |
| Lots value | £990,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £640,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | FORESTRY COMMISSION |
| 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 | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England), TLL Wales, TLM Scotland |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 3 |
| Supplier names | ADVANCED TREE SERVICES; EUROFOREST; THE F A BARTLETT TREE EXPERT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 77200000 - Forestry services

## Release History

- 6 Feb 2025 at 10:05 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003907-2025
- 17 Oct 2024 at 15:05 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/033632-2024

## Notice URLs

- https://forestryengland.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=921522626
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Bristol:-Forestry-services./VQV926T255
- https://www.forestryengland.uk

## Provenance

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