---
title: "Tray Filler & Bale Breaker - Lobslack Seeding Line"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06bc63"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "FORESTRY COMMISSION"
published: "2026-06-24"
---

# Tray Filler & Bale Breaker - Lobslack Seeding Line

Buyer: FORESTRY COMMISSION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06bc63

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## Summary

The Forestry Commission, a sub-central government public authority in the United Kingdom, has recently completed a procurement process titled "Tray Filler & Bale Breaker - Lobslack Seeding Line." This procurement falls under the goods industry category, specifically targeting tree-nursery products. The contract involved the supply of a new filling line for container-grown production, including bale-breaking and tray-filling equipment. The procurement was facilitated through a method described as "Below threshold - unknown." The contracting process reached the award stage on 24th June 2026, subsequent to a contract signing on 20th February 2026. The project took place in Bristol, UK, with the contract period extending from 20th February to 19th April 2026.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses involved in manufacturing tree-nursery products or related equipment. Companies with expertise in developing agricultural machinery, specifically for seed and nursery management, would find this contract particularly beneficial for growth. BCC AB, a Sweden-based small and medium-sized enterprise, successfully acquired the contract, indicating a welcoming opportunity for SMEs in this market space. The collaboration between international suppliers and UK public authorities exemplifies an inclusive market environment, promoting cross-border trade and encouraging diverse business participation.

## Notice

New filling line for container-grown production including bale-breaker, tray-filling equipment, and associated conveyors for different tray configurations

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059523-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - unknown |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 24 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 20 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 20 Feb 2026 - 19 Apr 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £92,050 |

## Status

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

## 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 |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 03 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products

### Codes

- 03450000 - Tree-nursery products

## Release History

- 24 Jun 2026 at 14:14 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059523-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059523-2026
  24th June 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.bccab.com/
- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/forestry-commission
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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