---
title: "Framework for pre-planting treatment of saplings"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05f523"
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buyer: "FORESTRY COMMISSION"
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# Framework for pre-planting treatment of saplings

Buyer: FORESTRY COMMISSION  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05f523

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## Summary

The Forestry Commission, a public authority under sub-central government, is seeking suppliers for its active tender titled "Framework for pre-planting treatment of saplings." This opportunity is classified under forestry services and involves the use of a closed conveyor system at Falstone, located in the North England Forest District. The procurement method is open competition, below the threshold, with electronic submissions allowed. Interested parties must submit their enquiries by 6th January 2026, with the tender period ending on 23rd January 2026. The contract, valued at £204,000 gross (£170,000 net), will commence on 1st November 2026 and conclude by the end of 2030. 65% of the award criteria prioritises pricing, whilst quality measures include resource capacity and capability.

This tender offers growth opportunities for businesses specialising in forestry services, particularly those adept in handling sapling treatments through conveyor systems. Small and medium enterprises are suitable to compete for this single-supplier framework, enabling a focused supply chain strategy. With a four-year contract period, businesses can secure long-term collaborations with the Forestry Commission, facilitating stability in operations and potential expansion. The keen focus on price and quality criteria provides competitive advantage opportunities for businesses capable of delivering cost-effective yet high-quality services.

## Notice

We will be awarding a framework for the pre planting treatment of saplings, using a closed conveyor system based at our Falstone site in the North England Forest District.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/082644-2025 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 Dec 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Jan 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Nov 2026 - 31 Dec 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £170,000 |
| Lots value | £170,000 |
| 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 | 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

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

### Codes

- 77200000 - Forestry services

## Release History

- 12 Dec 2025 at 16:14 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/082644-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/082644-2025
  12th December 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://app.panacea-software.com/ForestryCommission/eRFX-Suppliers/Open.aspx?requirementId=e2de0f9b-ac1e-4af8-b584-1c34ff043de4
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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