--- title: "Forest Surveys Framework 2026-2030" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0602b3" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-0602b3" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0602b3.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0602b3.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "NATURAL RESOURCES WALES" published: "2026-04-20" --- # Forest Surveys Framework 2026-2030 Buyer: NATURAL RESOURCES WALES Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0602b3 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-0602b3) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0602b3.json) ## Summary Natural Resources Wales has engaged an open procurement process for their Forest Surveys Framework spanning from 2026 to 2030. This procurement effort includes services related to forestry and agriculture across eight geographical areas in Wales, divided into two distinct lots: Lot A covers Crop Survey (Clearfells & Pre-thin) & Crop Attribute Surveys, while Lot B focuses on Tree Planting Density Surveys. The framework involves a maximum of three suppliers per lot per area, who are ranked to ensure service delivery based upon the predetermined scoring matrix. The initiative promises a robust structure supported by Welsh devolved regulations, emphasising the need for precise data collection and certification standards, with the contract period scheduled to begin on April 1, 2026, and concluding on March 31, 2028, with optional extensions lasting until 2030. This tender presents substantial growth opportunities for businesses specialising in forestry surveys or related services. Such organisations, particularly small and medium enterprises (SMEs) that align with the framework's requirements, can benefit from the anticipated scale and sustained implementation over four years. The involvement of VCSEs (voluntary, community and social enterprises) is also encouraged. Given the structured ranking of suppliers and the potential spread across multiple geographical locations, the framework allows diligent suppliers to secure ongoing business, fostering skills development and enhancing market presence in the forestry services industry in the United Kingdom. ## Notice Contract Details Notice for Forest Surveys Framework 2026 - 2030. The framework covers 8 geographical areas and is split into the following lots: Lot A - Crop Survey (Clearfells & Pre-thin) & Crop Attribute Surveys Lot B - Tree Planting Density Surveys ### Lot Information Crop Survey (Clearfells & Pre-thin) & Crop Attribute Survey Description: Crop Survey (Clearfells & Pre-thin) & Crop Attribute Survey Renewal: The anticipated duration of the framework agreement will be 4 years 2 years with the option to extend for a further 12 x 12 months. There will be no option to extend once the 4 years has come to an end The decision on whether to use the above options will be at NRW's discretion. Tree Planting Density Survey Description: Tree Planting Density Survey Renewal: The anticipated duration of the framework agreement will be 4 years 2 years with the option to extend for a further 12 x 12 months. There will be no option to extend once the 4 years has come to an end The decision on whether to use the above options will be at NRW's discretion ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/035610-2026 | | Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | SME | | All stages | Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 20 Apr 2026 | | Submission deadline | 17 Feb 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 20 Mar 2026 | | Contract period | 6 Apr 2026 - 6 Apr 2028 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £1,000,000 | | Lots value | £1,000,000 | | Awards value | £500,000 | | Contracts value | £500,000 | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Complete | | Awards status | Active | | Contracts status | Active | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | NATURAL RESOURCES WALES | | Locality | CARDIFF | | Post town | Cardiff | | Postcode | CF10 3NQ | | Country | Wales | | ITL 1 | TLL Wales | | ITL 2 | TLL5 South East Wales | | ITL 3 | TLL52 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan | | Local authority | Cardiff | | Electoral ward | Cathays | | Westminster constituency | Cardiff South and Penarth | | Delivery location | TLL Wales | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 4 | | Supplier names | FOREST FORM; FURLONG FOREST SURVEYS & CONSULTANTS; GEO SMART DECISIONS; IWAN MEIRION CONSULTANCY | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 03 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products - 77 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services ### Codes - 03000000 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products - 77200000 - Forestry services ## Release History - 20 Apr 2026 at 12:14 - AwardUpdate - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/035610-2026 - 16 Apr 2026 at 11:08 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034627-2026 - 24 Mar 2026 at 10:18 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026637-2026 - 9 Jan 2026 at 12:21 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001818-2026 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/035610-2026 20th April 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034627-2026 16th April 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026637-2026 24th March 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001818-2026 9th January 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - http://naturalresourceswales.gov.uk - https://etenderwales.ukp.app.jaggaer.com/go/34048621019B9DC78D0C - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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