---
title: "Tree Framework"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06cff8"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "ST ALBANS CITY AND DISTRICT COUNCIL"
published: "2026-07-21"
---

# Tree Framework

Buyer: ST ALBANS CITY AND DISTRICT COUNCIL  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06cff8

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## Summary

The procurement process initiated by St Albans City and District Council is currently at the planning stage for the tree framework, titled "Tree Framework," aimed at providing tree maintenance services. This tender requires qualified arborists for planned works and reactive ad hoc tasks across various regions in the United Kingdom, including regions like UKH and UKD. Important dates include a prospective supplier engagement opportunity closing on 18th August 2026. The contract, under UKPGA legal basis 2023/54, is structured as a framework agreement and is valued at GBP 2,400,000 gross. The procurement method involves preliminary market engagement, as facilitated through the PSPS electronic tendering portal.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, specifically for companies specialising in tree maintenance services. The contract includes extensive geographic coverage across UK regions, making it a valuable prospect for businesses with regional capabilities. Small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and large contracting firms with experience in arboriculture and risk management services are well-suited to compete. Participating companies could benefit from establishing long-term working relationships with a local government authority through the four-year contract duration from April 2027 to March 2031. Such an opportunity allows businesses to either broaden their service areas or reinforce their presence across multiple UK regions.

## Notice

St Albans City & District Council require qualified Arborists for the tree framework, covering both planned works and reactive (ad hoc works), pruning, removal and other risk and legislative mitigation measures.

### Planning Information

To view this Preliminary Market Engagement opportunity, prospective suppliers must first register on the PSPS electronic tendering portal http://in-tendhost.co.uk/pspslprocurement/aspx/Home 
From here you will be able to find full instructions on how to view and upload all associated PME documentation as well as ask clarification questions. 
All PME returns must be sent via the In-Tend system.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068750-2026 |
| Notice type | UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 18 Aug 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2027 - 31 Mar 2031 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £2,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planning |
| Lots status | Planning |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | ST ALBANS CITY AND DISTRICT COUNCIL |
| Additional buyers | PUBLIC SECTOR PARTNERSHIP SERVICES LTD |
| Locality | ST ALBANS |
| Post town | St Albans |
| Postcode | AL1 3JE |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD34 Greater Manchester South West |
| Local authority | Salford |
| Electoral ward | Ordsall |
| Westminster constituency | Salford |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 77211500 - Tree-maintenance services

## Release History

- 21 Jul 2026 at 13:29 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068750-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068750-2026
  21st July 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://in-tendhost.co.uk/pspslprocurement/aspx/Home
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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