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title: "Provision of Rhododendron ponticum control at Tayvallich, North Knapdale"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000764391"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "ARGYLL AND THE ISLES COAST AND COUNTRYSIDE TRUST (ACT)"
published: "2025-06-03"
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# Provision of Rhododendron ponticum control at Tayvallich, North Knapdale

Buyer: ARGYLL AND THE ISLES COAST AND COUNTRYSIDE TRUST (ACT)  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000764391

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## Summary

The procurement process led by the Argyll and the Isles Coast and Countryside Trust (ACT) involves a contract for the provision of Rhododendron ponticum control at Tayvallich, North Knapdale, within the Environmental protection industry category. This project, supported by the Scottish Government Nature Restoration Fund, aims to cover a net area of 36 hectares. The procurement, executed through an open procedure, has been completed, with the contract awarded to Argyll Invasive Species Management for £349,660 GBP. The process entails multiple key dates, including a mandatory Bidders Day held on 8th May 2024, and the contract period spans from 27th June 2024 to 31st March 2026. The procedure was overseen and managed by ACT, with the assistance of NatureScot, and it falls under the regulatory framework of EU Directive 2014/24/EU.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for businesses specialising in environmental management and invasive species control services. With a focus on quality over price, comprising 70% of the award criteria, enterprises with substantial expertise and a proven track record in high-standard environmental services are well-suited to compete. The successful bidder will undertake extensive Rhododendron control work across a considerable land area, leveraging sustainable practices supported by public funds. The project could be particularly attractive for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) keen on enhancing their portfolios in environmental protection initiatives, thereby gaining further recognition and potential future contracts within the environmentally-focused public sector.

## Notice

We are looking for experienced, qualified contractors to undertake Rhododendron ponticum control over a net area of 36ha

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Argyll & The Isles Coast & Countryside Trust seeks a suitably qualified and experienced contractor to deliver high quality control of Rhododendron ponticum using appropriate methods across a large site in North Knapdale. The net area of coverage of Rhododendron ponticum is 36 ha, and treatment across the entire area is required by the 31st March 2026. This project is supported by the Scottish Government Nature Restoration Fund, managed by NatureScot.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN531638 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Jun 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 27 May 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 6 Nov 2024 |
| Contract period | 27 Jun 2024 - 31 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £360,000 |
| Lots value | £360,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £349,660 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | ARGYLL AND THE ISLES COAST AND COUNTRYSIDE TRUST (ACT) |
| Locality | ARGYLL |
| Post town | Paisley |
| Postcode | PA31 8SH |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM2 Highlands and Islands |
| ITL 3 | TLM20 Highlands and Islands |
| Local authority | Argyll and Bute |
| Electoral ward | Mid Argyll |
| Westminster constituency | Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber |
| Delivery location | TLM63 Lochaber, Skye and Lochalsh, Arran and Cumbrae, and Argyll and Bute |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ARGYLL INVASIVE SPECIES MANAGEMENT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 77000000 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services
- 77200000 - Forestry services
- 77211300 - Tree-clearing services
- 77300000 - Horticultural services

## Release History

- 3 Jun 2025 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN531638
- 6 May 2024 at 00:00 - TenderUpdate - OJEU - F14 - Corrigendum - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY504590
- 22 Apr 2024 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR503529

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR503529&idx=15
  17th May 2024 - Table of contract areas
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR503529&idx=14
  17th May 2024 - Map of contract areas
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR503529&idx=13
  17th May 2024 - Treatment type by area and landowner preference
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR503529&idx=12
  17th May 2024 - Constraints map 2 of 2
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR503529&idx=11
  17th May 2024 - Constraints map 1 of 2
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR503529&idx=10
  17th May 2024 - Bidder day questions and responses
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR503529&idx=9
  22nd April 2024 - Appendix 8. Supporting Information
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR503529&idx=7
  22nd April 2024 - Appendix 6 Distribution Map Gleann Sabhaill Tor Mor
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR503529&idx=8
  22nd April 2024 - Appendix 7 Distribution Map Scotnish Kintallen
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR503529&idx=5
  22nd April 2024 - Appendix 4 Distribution Map Rhododendron entire area
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR503529&idx=6
  22nd April 2024 - Appendix 5 Distribution Map North West Carsaig
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR503529&idx=2
  22nd April 2024 - Appendix 1 Basic Details Form
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR503529&idx=3
  22nd April 2024 - Appendix 2 Minimum qualifications declaration
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR503529&idx=4
  22nd April 2024 - Appendix 3 Location Map context
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR503529&idx=1
  22nd April 2024 - Statement of Requirements
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR503529
  Provision of Rhododendron ponticum control at Tayvallich, North Knapdale - We are looking for experienced, qualified contractors to undertake Rhododendron ponticum control over a net area of 36ha
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN531638
  Provision of Rhododendron ponticum control at Tayvallich, North Knapdale - We are looking for experienced, qualified contractors to undertake Rhododendron ponticum control over a net area of 36ha

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.act-now.org.uk
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000764391

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