--- title: "Provision of Rhododendron Control for the National Trust for Scotland at Culzean Castle" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000627955" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000627955" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000627955.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000627955.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "NATIONAL TRUST FOR SCOTLAND" published: "2020-08-13" --- # Provision of Rhododendron Control for the National Trust for Scotland at Culzean Castle Buyer: NATIONAL TRUST FOR SCOTLAND Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000627955 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000627955) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000627955.json) ## Summary The National Trust for Scotland is seeking suppliers for the provision of Rhododendron control services at Culzean Castle, located in Edinburgh, UK. This tender is currently in the active stage of procurement, with an open procedure being used for submissions. Interested parties have until 14 September 2020 to submit their bids, which must be done electronically. The contract period is set to commence on 21 September 2020 and will last until 26 February 2021, focusing on the management of an invasive plant species that threatens local biodiversity. This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in environmental management and ecological restoration services. Companies with expertise in invasive species control, particularly those familiar with the challenges posed by Rhododendron ponticum, would be well-suited to compete. The open submission method allows a range of businesses to participate, fostering healthy competition which could lead to engagement with the National Trust for Scotland and potential future contracts in conservation-related projects. ## Notice The National Trust for Scotland, wishes to appoint suppliers for the Provision of Rhododendron Control at Culzean Castle ### Lot Information Lot 1 Rhododendron ponticum is a highly invasive species that has spread out from core areas within gardens and country estates. The infestation threatens both woodland areas of high value for biodiversity and open moorland habitat. Further spread of the rhododendron will also impede access and is detrimental to crofting practice. The NTS has carried out surveys on its Estate to establish the extent and location of rhododendron infestation. A number of compartments that require rhododendron control on the estate have been identified. Some of these have had work carried out and require follow up treatment. Contractors should have satisfied themselves that they are aware of the specification and work required. The specification shall include information, discussions and instruction made by the Supervisory Officer on the site visit. Contractors are responsible to ensure that they have all necessary information for successful completion of the contract. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG392441 | | Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 13 Aug 2020 | | Submission deadline | 14 Sep 2020 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 21 Sep 2020 - 26 Feb 2021 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | 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 | NATIONAL TRUST FOR SCOTLAND | | Locality | EDINBURGH | | Post town | Edinburgh | | Postcode | EH11 4DF | | Country | Scotland | | ITL 1 | TLM Scotland | | ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland | | ITL 3 | TLM13 City of Edinburgh | | Local authority | City of Edinburgh | | Electoral ward | Sighthill/Gorgie | | Westminster constituency | Edinburgh South West | | Delivery location | TLM94 South Ayrshire | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services ### Codes - 92530000 - Botanical and zoological garden services and nature reserve services ## Release History - 13 Aug 2020 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG392441 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=AUG392441&idx=1 13th August 2020 - PCS 3 Tender Document Culzean Castle - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=AUG392441&idx=2 13th August 2020 - SEPA Document - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG392441 Provision of Rhododendron Control for the National Trust for Scotland at Culzean Castle - The National Trust for Scotland, wishes to appoint suppliers for the Provision of Rhododendron Control at Culzean Castle ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://www.nts.org - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000627955 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=627955 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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