---
title: "Framework for the Supply and Delivery of Bark Mulch and Topsoil"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0665a4"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "NORTHERN IRELAND HOUSING EXECUTIVE"
published: "2026-06-17"
---

# Framework for the Supply and Delivery of Bark Mulch and Topsoil

Buyer: NORTHERN IRELAND HOUSING EXECUTIVE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0665a4

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## Summary

The Northern Ireland Housing Executive has completed a public procurement process, culminating in the award of a framework contract for the supply and delivery of bark mulch and topsoil. This procurement was managed through an open competitive flexible procedure and was covered by the GPA, ensuring transparency and inclusivity. With an active status as of 17 June 2026, the contract spans from 22 June 2026 to 21 June 2029. This framework agreement, valued at £574,000, aims to fulfil the procurement needs for the northern region of the UK, specifically UKN, with a focus on agricultural and forestry supplies. On 9 March 2026, the process was set in motion, and by 18 May 2026, the award period concluded with multiple suppliers successfully becoming part of the framework.

This tender presents numerous opportunities for both SMEs and larger enterprises involved in the supply chain of agricultural and forestry products. Businesses specialising in materials like bark mulch and topsoil stand to benefit from sustained contracts over a three-year term, with provisions for reopening competition within the framework. This agreement allows participating vendors to grow alongside a reliable public-sector partner while adhering to Northern Ireland's devolved regulations. Diverse companies, from local suppliers like Elagh Tree Surgery Limited to larger corporations such as Stark Building Materials UK Limited, reflect the variety of business scales that can thrive under this procurement model.

## Notice

The Northern Ireland Housing Executive had a requirement to establish a Framework Agreement for the supply and delivery of bark mulch and topsoil.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057081-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Competitive flexible procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large, SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 26 Mar 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 3 Jun 2026 |
| Contract period | 21 Jun 2026 - 21 Jun 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £575,000 |
| Lots value | £575,000 |
| Awards value | £574,000 |
| Contracts value | £574,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NORTHERN IRELAND HOUSING EXECUTIVE |
| Locality | BELFAST |
| Post town | Northern Ireland |
| Postcode | BT2 8PB |
| Country | Northern Ireland |
| ITL 1 | TLN Northern Ireland |
| ITL 2 | TLN0 Northern Ireland |
| ITL 3 | TLN06 Belfast |
| Local authority | Belfast |
| Electoral ward | Central |
| Westminster constituency | Belfast South and Mid Down |
| Delivery location | TLN Northern Ireland |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 9 |
| Supplier names | CHANGING GREEN; ELAGH TREE SURGERY; ELECTRICAL WORLD; GREENTECH; KERR SEASONAL SERVICES; PLUTO LOGISTICS SOLUTIONS; RECON WASTE MANAGEMENT; RED ORANGE INTERNATIONAL; STARK BUILDING MATERIALS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 03 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products
- 14 - Mining, basic metals and related products

### Codes

- 03000000 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products
- 14212410 - Topsoil

## Release History

- 17 Jun 2026 at 11:29 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057081-2026
- 4 Jun 2026 at 09:27 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052639-2026
- 9 Mar 2026 at 16:20 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021034-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057081-2026
  17th June 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052639-2026
  4th June 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021034-2026
  9th March 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://Www.kerrseasonalservices@hotmail.com
- http://plutologistics.uk
- http://www.elaghtreesurgery.com/
- http://www.electricalworld.com
- http://www.nihe.gov.uk
- http://www.reconwastemanagement.com
- http://www.redorange.com
- https://etendersni.gov.uk
- https://www.changinggreen.co.uk/
- https://www.green-tech.co.uk/
- https://www.jewsonpartnershipsolutions.com/
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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