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title: "Provision of Invasive Non-native Species (INNS) Control for the National Trust for Scotland at Brodick Country Park & Goatfell"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000672382"
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# Provision of Invasive Non-native Species (INNS) Control for the National Trust for Scotland at Brodick Country Park & Goatfell

Buyer: NATIONAL TRUST FOR SCOTLAND  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000672382

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## Summary

The National Trust for Scotland is currently seeking suppliers for the "Provision of Invasive Non-native Species (INNS) Control" at Brodick Country Park and Goatfell, with the tender process ongoing as of November 2, 2021. This procurement falls under the services industry category, specifically targeting environmental management. Proposals must be submitted electronically by November 22, 2021, with the evaluation and award period commencing shortly after. The primary location for delivery is Brodick on the Isle of Arran. This tender is being conducted through an open procedure, allowing a wide range of suppliers to participate.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in environmental services, particularly those focused on ecological restoration and biodiversity conservation. Companies with experience in managing invasive species, especially in sensitive habitats, will find this tender particularly relevant. The work involves the removal of species such as Rhododendron ponticum and Sitka spruce, which have been identified as invasive threats to the local biodiversity. Engaging in this tender can enhance the reputation of participating suppliers in the public sector and contribute to long-term environmental sustainability efforts in Scotland.

## Notice

The National Trust for Scotland, wishes to appoint suppliers for the Invasive Non-native Species (INNS) Control at Brodick Country Park & Goatfell

### Lot Information

Maol Donn

Open moorland on the Goatfell estate has been colonised by Rhododendron ponticum and Sitka spruce (Picea sitchensis), threatening these areas' biodiversity. R. ponticum was introduced to Brodick Castle Gardens as an ornamental species during Victorian times, when it was also planted in shelter belts and as game cover on the wider estate. Over time, R. ponticum and other non-native horticultural species have spread from original plantings, infesting semi-natural woodland and open moorland habitat. On the Goatfell estate, as well as R. ponticum, Sitka spruce seeded into the Maol Donn area from neighbouring Forestry and Land Scotland (FLS) plantations has become a problem species, slowly forming dense areas of conifers, and leading to loss of open moorland habitat. The areas affected by INNS on the Goatfell estate are part of the Arran Moors Special Protected Area (SPA) and the Arran Moors Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI), both of which include breeding hen harrier Circus cyaneus as one of their notified features. In addition, the SSSI aims to protect upland habitats and its associated breeding bird assemblage. Encroachment by INNS is noted as a negative pressure on both the Arran Moors SPA and SSSI, with Sitka spruce mentioned as a specific threat to the upland habitat assemblage of the later, currently in unfavourable condition. Controlling INNS will contribute to achieving favourable condition for this designation feature and help maintain favourable condition for the remaining features.

Brodick Country Park East

INNS to be removed in this area include Rhododendron ponticum, a highly invasive non-native species which has colonised semi-natural woodland at Brodick Country Park. There is concern that Phytophthora kernoviae or P. ramorum may return to the grounds and threaten the health of native as well as horticultural trees and shrubs, emphasising the high importance of controlling rhododendron, one of its main host species, on the wider estate. Other INNS are scattered across the area in varying densities and are to be tackled as part of this contract. Some of these species are garden escapees, including salmonberry Rubus spectabilis, New Zealand broadleaf Griselinia littoralis, pheasant berry Leycesteria formosa, buddleia and fuchsia spp. Other INNS to be removed are coniferous species naturally regenerating in unwanted quantities from trees originally planted in the Country Park, namely western hemlock Tsuga heterophylla and Sitka spruce Picea sitchensis. Mature specimens of western hemlock and Sitka spruce are to be retained.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV431903 |
| 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 | 2 Nov 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Nov 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| 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 | TLM9 Southern Scotland, TLM91 Scottish Borders |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

### Codes

- 92530000 - Botanical and zoological garden services and nature reserve services

## Release History

- 2 Nov 2021 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV431903

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=NOV431903&idx=1
  2nd November 2021 - Tender Package
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV431903
  Provision of Invasive Non-native Species (INNS) Control for the National Trust for Scotland at Brodick Country Park & Goatfell - The National Trust for Scotland, wishes to appoint suppliers for the Invasive Non-native Species (INNS) Control at Brodick Country Park & Goatfell

## Notice URLs

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- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=672382
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