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title: "Contract for Woodland Establishment & Maintenance of new woodlands at various sites across County Durham (2026)"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05f2bd"
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published: "2025-12-10"
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# Contract for Woodland Establishment & Maintenance of new woodlands at various sites across County Durham (2026)

Buyer: DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05f2bd

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## Summary

This procurement process was managed by Durham County Council for the establishment and maintenance of new woodlands at various sites across County Durham, scheduled early in the 2026 planting season. The contract involves landscape works, including the planting of approximately 19,000 broadleaved trees across ten sites, with three years of subsequent maintenance. It falls under the 'works' industry category, specifically landscaping work, and is located within the UKC14 region. The procurement was completed at the award stage on 10th December 2025, using a limited competition method below the threshold, emphasizing the importance of ensuring local expertise in tree planting and maintenance. The contract was awarded to MICROSITE, a supplier known for its experience in such projects.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specializing in landscaping, forestry, and environmental conservation, particularly those familiar with the logistics of large-scale tree planting and maintenance in the North East of England. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) like MICROSITE, which provide tailored solutions and demonstrate a strong understanding of local environmental conditions and regulatory frameworks, stand a good chance of thriving through such public sector opportunities. The project's focus on sustainability and woodland development aligns well with organisations that prioritise ecological enhancement and community engagement.

## Notice

Landscape Works Contract for Woodland Establishment & Maintenance of new woodlands at various sites across County Durham. DCC is to appoint a single Contractor to carry out the planting of approximately 19,000 mainly broadleaved trees across 10 sites including the supply of trees, guards, stakes and fencing etc, the planting of the trees early 2026 planting season and including 3 years maintenance thereof including weeding, cutting of footpaths and the replacement of failed elements. This contract will be awarded on a sole supplier basis; however, the Council will hold one bidder in reserve to protect the provision of the contract deliverables.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/081495-2025 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - limited competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 10 Dec 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 10 Dec 2025 |
| Contract period | 1 Jan 2026 - 31 Dec 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £146,593 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | DURHAM |
| Post town | Durham |
| Postcode | DH1 5WB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC41 Durham |
| Local authority | County Durham |
| Electoral ward | Framwellgate and Newton Hall |
| Westminster constituency | City of Durham |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45112700 - Landscaping work

## Release History

- 10 Dec 2025 at 13:19 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/081495-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/081495-2025
  10th December 2025 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.durham.gov.uk/
- http://www.microsite.co.uk
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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