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title: "RFQ 2025/28 - Prune and shape the yew hedge at the Peace Maze in Castlewellan Forest Park - Retender"
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buyer: "NEWRY, MOURNE AND DOWN DISTRICT COUNCIL (NMD)"
published: "2025-11-03"
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# RFQ 2025/28 - Prune and shape the yew hedge at the Peace Maze in Castlewellan Forest Park - Retender

Buyer: NEWRY, MOURNE AND DOWN DISTRICT COUNCIL (NMD)  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05d8cd

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## Summary

The Newry, Mourne and Down District Council is conducting an open tender process for the project "RFQ 2025/28 - Prune and shape the yew hedge at the Peace Maze in Castlewellan Forest Park - Retender." This procurement falls under the services category, specifically tree pruning and hedge trimming. The process is currently at the tender stage, with a deadline for submissions set for 17th November 2025 at 12:00 GMT, while enquiries can be made until 12th November 2025. The contract period will run from 8th December 2025 to 28th February 2026. This project aligns with upcoming celebratory events marking the 25th anniversary of the Peace Maze, a significant feature of the Castlewellan Forest Park, known for its 3.5 km long yew hedge. Located in the United Kingdom's region of Newry, this offers a substantial opportunity for service providers in the public undertaking sector.

Businesses specialising in horticultural services, particularly those with expertise in tree pruning, hedge shaping, and weed control, could find this tender a valuable opportunity for growth. The Council is seeking a qualified and experienced contractor, and the tender is accessible through a below-threshold open competition. Interested companies, including SMEs and VCSEs, are encouraged to submit proposals and must ensure compliance with the submission requirements via the MultiQuote platform. The contract's estimated value of £15,000, alongside a focus on quality and cost as award criteria, presents a competitive avenue for businesses seeking to expand their public sector portfolio in the United Kingdom.

## Notice

Newry, Mourne and Down District Council operates Castlewellan Forest Park. A key Visitor attraction within the park is the Peace Maze, constructed from 6000 yew trees at a total approximate length of 3.5km. The yew hedge requires annual pruning, shaping and weed removal. The Council is seeking to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced contractor to undertake this task. 2026 marks the 25th anniversary of the opening of the Peace Maze and a number of celebratory events are planned. It is therefore vital that the yew hedge is well presented and that weeds / invasives are removed / treated in a manner that offers long-term results.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/070385-2025 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Nov 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 17 Nov 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 8 Dec 2025 - 28 Feb 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £15,000 |
| Lots value | £15,000 |
| 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 | NEWRY, MOURNE AND DOWN DISTRICT COUNCIL (NMD) |
| Locality | NEWRY |
| Post town | Northern Ireland |
| Postcode | BT35 8DJ |
| Country | Northern Ireland |
| ITL 1 | TLN Northern Ireland |
| ITL 2 | TLN0 Northern Ireland |
| ITL 3 | TLN08 Newry, Mourne and Down |
| Local authority | Newry, Mourne and Down |
| Electoral ward | Ballybot |
| Westminster constituency | Newry and Armagh |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 77340000 - Tree pruning and hedge trimming

## Release History

- 3 Nov 2025 at 11:39 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/070385-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/070385-2025
  3rd November 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://suppliers.multiquote.com
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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