---
title: "Christmas Tree Sales Concessions"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05ef79"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "FORESTRY ENGLAND (ACTING ON BEHALF OF THE FORESTRY COMMISSION"
published: "2026-03-31"
---

# Christmas Tree Sales Concessions

Buyer: FORESTRY ENGLAND (ACTING ON BEHALF OF THE FORESTRY COMMISSION  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05ef79

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## Summary

Forestry England, acting on behalf of the Forestry Commission, is actively tendering for Christmas Tree Sales Concessions across multiple forest centres, including Cannock Chase, Salcey Forest, Alice Holt, New Park, and Haldon Forest. The procurement process, currently in the tender stage, invites third-party operators to manage seasonal sales agreements in these established sites known for visitor appeal. The focus is on retail trade services with an open procurement method, ensuring a competitive environment. Interested parties have until 1st May 2026 to submit their bids, with initial enquiries closing on 13th April 2026. The contract spans a period starting from 1st July 2026 to 30th June 2028, with the possibility of extension up to 2031, under the legal framework set by 2023/54 UKPGA.

This tender represents an excellent opportunity for businesses, particularly SMEs and VCSEs, to expand within the retail trade sector by partnering with Forestry England. Successful bidders would benefit from accessing established sites, each with a loyal customer base and demonstrated sales potential. Participation allows businesses to leverage Forestry England's vast outreach and sustainable practices, including adherence to FSC/PEFC standards. The open competition nature of the tender means companies of various sizes can secure lots that match their operational capacity. This collaboration promises not only financial growth but also reinforces commitment to environmentally friendly and legally compliant operations. If interested, businesses are encouraged to review the tender specifications and criteria available in the Invitation to Tender documents to maximise their bidding prospects.

## Notice

Forestry England are looking to award Seasonal Sales agreements for Christmas Tree Sales at Cannock Chase Forest Centre, Salcey Forest Centre, Alice Holt Forest Centre, New Park (New Forest) and Haldon Forest Centre

### Lot Information

Cannock Chase Forest Centre

Forestry England are seeking a third-party to operate a Christmas Tree Sales concession at Cannock Chase Forest Centre. Full details of the requirement can be found in the Specification document.

Renewal: Forestry England retain the option to extend the contract for a further 3 years, split into a 2 year and 1 year extension.

Salcey Forest Centre

Forestry England are seeking a third-party to operate a Christmas Tree Sales concession at Salcey Forest Centre. Full details of the requirement can be found in the Specification document.

Renewal: Forestry England retain the option to extend the contract for a further 3 years, split into a 2 year and 1 year extension.

Alice Holt Forest Centre

Forestry England are seeking a third-party to operate a Christmas Tree Sales concession at Alice Holt Forest Centre. Full details of the requirement can be found in the Specification document.

Renewal: Forestry England retain the option to extend the contract for a further 3 years, split into a 2 year and 1 year extension.

New Park (New Forest)

Forestry England are seeking a third-party to operate a Christmas Tree Sales concession at New Park (New Forest). Full details of the requirement can be found in the Specification document.

Renewal: Forestry England retain the option to extend the contract for a further 3 years, split into a 2 year and 1 year extension.

Haldon Forest Centre

Forestry England are seeking a third-party to operate a Christmas Tree Sales concession at Haldon Forest Centre Full details of the requirement can be found in the Specification document.

Renewal: Forestry England retain the option to extend the contract for a further 3 years, split into a 2 year and 1 year extension.

### Planning Information

Forestry England are looking to engage and have discussions with prospective bidders about the current structure of the Seasonal Sales Agreements for the Christmas Tree Sales sites. Discussions will help inform the final tender documentation to be published in February/March 2026

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029894-2026 |
| 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 | Planning, Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 31 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 1 May 2026 |
| Future notice date | 2 Mar 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Jul 2026 - 30 Jun 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,534,365 |
| Lots value | £1,534,365 |
| 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 (ACTING ON BEHALF OF THE FORESTRY COMMISSION |
| Additional buyers | 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 |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services

### Codes

- 55900000 - Retail trade services

## Release History

- 31 Mar 2026 at 14:48 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029894-2026
- 5 Dec 2025 at 11:19 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/080061-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029894-2026
  31st March 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/080061-2025
  5th December 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://app.panacea-software.com/ForestryCommission/eRFX-Suppliers/Open.aspx?requirementId=678c64a8-ee49-4984-b5bb-9d5205536b0d
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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