--- title: "Kent Grazing Project - Infrastructure Works" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06df7b" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06df7b" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06df7b.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06df7b.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "KENT COUNTY COUNCIL" published: "2026-08-07" --- # Kent Grazing Project - Infrastructure Works Buyer: KENT COUNTY COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06df7b [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06df7b) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06df7b.json) ## Summary Kent County Council is seeking a contractor for the "Kent Grazing Project – Infrastructure Works" as part of their ongoing efforts to restore and manage natural habitats in North Kent. This project supports the Kent and Medway Local Nature Recovery Strategy by delivering infrastructure works across multiple Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSIs) within the Kent Downs National Landscape and the North Kent Woods and Downs National Nature Reserve. The tender is in the active stage, with bids closing at noon on 28th August 2026. This open procurement entails a budget of £250,000 GBP, with work commencing in November 2026 and completing by November 2027. Key works include fencing, scrub clearance, and the installation of water infrastructure and access tracks. This tender presents a notable opportunity for contractors specialising in environmentally sensitive land-based infrastructure projects. Businesses with experience in conservation infrastructure works, particularly in protected landscapes, and those equipped with the necessary machinery for challenging ecological terrains are well-suited to bid. The project offers growth potential through involvement in a significant nature recovery initiative, enhancing a contractor's portfolio in environmental improvement within an important geographical area. The procurement method is open competition, favouring businesses capable of delivering the lowest priced compliant tender while meeting quality and conservation requirements. ## Notice North Kent Grazing Project - Infrastructure Works (Contract Ref: CN260754) Kent County Council (KCC) is seeking to appoint a suitably experienced contractor to deliver infrastructure works for the North Kent Grazing Project, a landscape-scale nature recovery initiative supporting the restoration and long-term management of chalk grassland and associated habitats across sites within and surrounding the Kent Woods and Downs National Nature Reserve (NNR). The project forms part of the delivery of the Kent and Medway Local Nature Recovery Strategy (LNRS) and aims to reintroduce and support conservation grazing across multiple sites to improve the condition of chalk grassland, woodland edge and scrub mosaic habitats, enhance habitat connectivity, reduce scrub encroachment and support long-term sustainable land management. KCC requires a contractor capable of delivering a coordinated package of conservation-sensitive infrastructure works across several sites in North Kent between Autumn 2026 and Autumn 2027. The scope of works includes: Stock-proof fencing installation, with some sites requiring removal of dilapidated fencing Supply and installation of field gates, deer gates and accessibility gates, as specified in the brief. Scrub clearance and green waste management, including mulching. Water infrastructure installation, including pipework, troughs and connections to existing water supplies. Construction of access tracks where required. The works will be undertaken across multiple locations including Birling Estate, Ranscombe Farm Reserve, Trosley Country Park, Shorne Woods Country Park and Ladds Farm, many of which are designated Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSIs) and all of which lie within the Kent Downs National Landscape and the North Kent Woods and Downs National Nature Reserve. The supplier must be able to demonstrate: Experience delivering fencing and land-based infrastructure works in environmentally sensitive locations. Ability to work safely and effectively within protected landscapes and designated sites, meeting the necessary conservation criteria required for protected sites. Appropriate machinery and equipment for challenging terrain and ecological constraints. Capacity to deliver works across multiple sites within the programme timeframe. Compliance with all relevant legislation, British Standards and health and safety requirements. Relevant accreditations and competent, suitably qualified operatives. Due to the variation in terrain, access requirements and site conditions, site visits are mandatory and will be coordinated upon expression of interest. This contract comprises a single lot and will be awarded on the basis of the lowest priced compliant tender, subject to meeting the quality requirements set out within the procurement documentation. The anticipated contract period is between Autumn/Winter 2026 and Autumn 2027, with works funded through the Farming in Protected Landscapes (FiPL) Programme. The closing date for submission of quotations is 12:00 noon on 28th August 2026. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the eSourcing portal at: https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/tenders/UK-UK-Maidstone:-Environmental-improvement-works./5Y59TS653C To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/respond/5Y59TS653C ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/075456-2026 | | Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Works | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 7 Aug 2026 | | Submission deadline | 21 Aug 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 2 Nov 2026 - 1 Nov 2027 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £250,000 | | Lots value | £250,000 | | 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 | KENT COUNTY COUNCIL | | Locality | MAIDSTONE | | Post town | Rochester | | Postcode | ME14 1XQ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLJ4 Kent | | ITL 3 | TLJ45 Mid Kent | | Local authority | Maidstone | | Electoral ward | Penenden Heath | | Westminster constituency | Maidstone and Malling | | Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 03 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products - 45 - Construction work ### Codes - 03000000 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products - 45262640 - Environmental improvement works ## Release History - 7 Aug 2026 at 15:44 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/075456-2026 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/075456-2026 7th August 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk - https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/respond/5Y59TS653C - https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/tenders/UK-UK-Maidstone:-Environmental-improvement-works./5Y59TS653C - 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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