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title: "Mechanical Engineering Services - Small plant, equipment, parts & lubricants framework"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05acc7"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "FORESTRY COMMISSION"
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# Mechanical Engineering Services - Small plant, equipment, parts & lubricants framework

Buyer: FORESTRY COMMISSION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05acc7

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## Summary

The Forestry Commission, a public authority operating in the sub-central government sector, is seeking suppliers for its Mechanical Engineering Services framework, encompassing small plant, equipment, parts, and lubricants. Located in Bristol, UK, the procurement involves traditional fuel-powered and electric equipment for commercial ground care and timber management. The tender process commenced on 10 October 2025 and was completed with the awarding phase concluded on 25 February 2026. The framework has been established as one Lot with a maximum of one supplier, opting for an open procurement method. Husqvarna UK LTD, based in Newton Aycliffe, UK, has been awarded the contract starting 23 January 2026, with a duration extending to 1 January 2029.

This framework provides businesses, particularly those in mechanical engineering and horticultural equipment industries, the opportunity to supply crucial machinery and parts to meet the Forestry Commission's needs. The open procedure encourages competition, particularly suitable for large-scale suppliers with capabilities in delivering diverse equipment types, including rechargeable electric models. The emphasis on quality criteria such as product delivery, technical support, and social value, coupled with price evaluation, opens doors for businesses aiming for growth in public sector supply chains. Suppliers with strong product lines in mowers, gardening equipment, and machine tool accessories are well-positioned to leverage this contract for further business expansion. The framework's direct award approach guarantees consistent demand and potential growth opportunities for the awarded supplier.

## Notice

A framework agreement for the supply of small plant and equipment suitable for commercial ground care and timber management, along with any associated attachments and equipment which may be required. Models will include traditional fuel powered and rechargeable electric. For full details of our needs, please read the separate specification.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016950-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 25 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 10 Nov 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 9 Dec 2025 |
| Contract period | 23 Jan 2026 - 1 Jan 2029 |
| Recurrence | 2029-10-01 |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £400,000 |
| Lots value | £400,000 |
| Awards value | £400,000 |
| Contracts value | £400,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| 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 | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | HUSQVARNA |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 16 - Agricultural machinery
- 42 - Industrial machinery

### Codes

- 16160000 - Miscellaneous gardening equipment
- 16310000 - Mowers
- 42675000 - Parts and accessories for hard material-working machine tools

## Release History

- 25 Feb 2026 at 14:37 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016950-2026
- 10 Dec 2025 at 12:00 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/081440-2025
- 10 Oct 2025 at 13:05 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/064193-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016950-2026
  25th February 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/081440-2025
  10th December 2025 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/064193-2025
  10th October 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://app.panacea-software.com/ForestryCommission/eRFX-Public/TenderOpportunities.aspx
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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