--- title: "Natural Regeneration and Minor Chainsaw Works Framework - North District" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-069be4" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-069be4" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-069be4.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-069be4.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "FORESTRY COMMISSION" published: "2026-05-19" --- # Natural Regeneration and Minor Chainsaw Works Framework - North District Buyer: FORESTRY COMMISSION Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-069be4 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-069be4) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-069be4.json) ## Summary The Forestry Commission is inviting tenders for a "Natural Regeneration and Minor Chainsaw Works Framework" in the North District. This procurement is managed under an open procedure, with the tender initiated on 19th May 2026. The scope includes forestry services such as clearance of natural regeneration and re-spacing of conifer crops, across eight specific lots plus a comprehensive Christmas Tree halo thinning operation. The tender is currently in the active phase, with submissions to be made via the Panacea e-tendering portal. The submission deadline is set for 15th June 2026, with inquiries closing on 3rd June 2026. Successful contracts will commence on 27th July 2026, extending until 26th July 2030. This framework provides significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprise (VCSE) sectors, especially those experienced in forestry services. With an overall value estimated at £1,188,000, this project will offer lucrative call-off contracts within defined lots, enabling businesses to expand their operations and service delivery capacities. Businesses that can demonstrate robust contract management, social value, and delivery capability are well-positioned to benefit from this opportunity, with pricing contributing significantly to the award criteria. The framework's structured procurement method ensures direct awards, fostering a stable partnership for capable suppliers. ## Notice We are placing a framework for suppliers to carry out clearance of natural regeneration, re-spacing of conifer crops, windblow clearance, roadside brashing and pruning and small scale felling across North District. This requirement will be split into 8 lots covering the geographical region. Christmas Tree halo thinning operations are covered in Lot 9 and will span across the whole framework geographic area. Interested suppliers should submit their Tenders through Forestry England's e-tendering portal (Panacea). ### Lot Information Hamsterley Suppliers are expected to carry out all operations of clearance of natural regeneration, re-spacing of conifer crops, windblow clearance, roadside brashing and pruning and small scale felling in the Hamsterley area. The amount shall be established on a call-off to call-off basis. For full information please refer to the Specification document on Panacea. Rothbury Suppliers are expected to carry out all operations of clearance of natural regeneration, re-spacing of conifer crops, windblow clearance, roadside brashing and pruning and small scale felling in the Rothbury location. The amount shall be established on a call-off to call-off basis. For full information please refer to the Specification document on Panacea. Kielder East Suppliers are expected to carry out all operations of clearance of natural regeneration, re-spacing of conifer crops, windblow clearance, roadside brashing and pruning and small scale felling in the Kielder East. The amount shall be established on a call-off to call-off basis. For full information please refer to the Specification document on Panacea. Kielder North Suppliers are expected to carry out all operations of clearance of natural regeneration, re-spacing of conifer crops, windblow clearance, roadside brashing and pruning and small scale felling in the Kielder North area. The amount shall be established on a call-off to call-off basis. For full information please refer to the Specification document on Panacea. Kielder West Suppliers are expected to carry out all operations of clearance of natural regeneration, re-spacing of conifer crops, windblow clearance, roadside brashing and pruning and small scale felling in the Kielder West area. The amount shall be established on a call-off to call-off basis. For full information please refer to the Specification document on Panacea. Kielder South Suppliers are expected to carry out all operations of clearance of natural regeneration, re-spacing of conifer crops, windblow clearance, roadside brashing and pruning and small scale felling in the Kielder South area. The amount shall be established on a call-off to call-off basis. For full information please refer to the Specification document on Panacea. Kershope and Spadeadam Suppliers are expected to carry out all operations of clearance of natural regeneration, re-spacing of conifer crops, windblow clearance, roadside brashing and pruning and small scale felling in the Kershope and Spadeadam area. The amount shall be established on a call-off to call-off basis. For full information please refer to the Specification document on Panacea. Kielder Main Block CCF Areas Suppliers are expected to carry out all operations of clearance of natural regeneration, re-spacing of conifer crops, windblow clearance, roadside brashing and pruning and small scale felling in the Kielder Main Block CCF Areas. The amount shall be established on a call-off to call-off basis. For full information please refer to the Specification document on Panacea. Christmas Tree Halo Thinning Christmas Tree Halo Thinning is required throughout the whole framework geographic area of North District. The amount shall be established on a call-off to call-off basis. For full information please refer to the Specification document on Panacea. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/045743-2026 | | Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 19 May 2026 | | Submission deadline | 15 Jun 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 27 Jul 2026 - 26 Jul 2030 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £990,000 | | Lots value | £990,000 | | 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 - 19 May 2026 at 12:55 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/045743-2026 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/045743-2026 19th May 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - https://app.panacea-software.com/ForestryCommission/eRFX-Suppliers/OpenReq.aspx?requirementId=50ecf7a7-5070-47a7-8343-e7ff1bdace37 - 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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