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title: "Forestry and Arboricultural Works Framework"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000769835"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "THE CITY OF EDINBURGH COUNCIL"
published: "2024-11-14"
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# Forestry and Arboricultural Works Framework

Buyer: THE CITY OF EDINBURGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000769835

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## Summary

The City of Edinburgh Council, along with several other local councils and NHS National Services Scotland, is concluding the "Forestry and Arboricultural Works Framework". This open procurement process aimed to appoint up to six specialist contractors for various tree works across Edinburgh, Lothians, and Borders over the next four years. The framework includes Edinburgh Council with an annual budget of £190,000, East Lothian Council with £50,000, West Lothian Council with £60,000, Midlothian Council with £25,000, NHS Lothian with £42,000, and indicative budgets for Fife Council and Borders Council. The contract was signed on 12th November 2024 and is valued at £950,000. The procurement method was an open procedure, with the main procurement category being services. The awarded contractors must carry out work alongside council in-house teams to complete tree works within specified timescales.

This framework presents significant business growth opportunities by providing long-term work across various locations for experienced forestry and arboricultural contractors. SMEs specialising in tree work, environmental management, and related services are well-suited to compete under this framework. This structured framework ensures steady work, fostering local businesses as they contribute to maintaining and enhancing public green spaces. The prompt payment clause ensures timely payments to subcontractors across all stages of the supply chain, enhancing cash flow management for participating businesses. The contract also encourages community benefits, supporting wider local economic growth and environmental sustainability initiatives.

## Notice

The City of Edinburgh Council and Participating Sector Partners (PSP's) and their Arm's Length Organisations, wish to appoint specialist and experienced contractors to a Framework Agreement to carry out tree works at a variety of locations over the next four years. To carry out Forestry and Arboricultural Works as determined by the awarding Councils. To work alongside the Councils inhouse team To respond to and complete works requested within specified timescales

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The City of Edinburgh Council and Participating Sector Partners (PSP's) and their Arm's Length Organisations, wish to appoint specialist and experienced suppliers to a Framework Agreement to carry out tree works at a variety of locations over the next four years. To carry out Forestry and Arboricultural Works as determined by the awarding Councils. To work alongside the Councils inhouse team To respond to and complete works requested within specified timescales. Breakdown Figures provided are indicative Edinburgh Council 190,000 GBP per annum East Lothian Council 50,000 GBP per annum, West Lothian Council 60,000 GBP per annum, Midlothian Council 25,000 GBP per annum Fife Council and Borders Council - a specific budget is not currently identified , NHS Lothian 42,000 GBP Per annum

Renewal: The Council reserves the right to extend the Framework Agreement for a period of up to 24 months subject to satisfactory performance.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV518349 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| 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 | 14 Nov 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 29 Jul 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 12 Nov 2024 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | 48 months |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £950,000 |
| Lots value | £950,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THE CITY OF EDINBURGH COUNCIL |
| Additional buyers | EAST LOTHIAN COUNCIL; FALKIRK COUNCIL; FIFE COUNCIL; MIDLOTHIAN COUNCIL; SCOTTISH BORDERS COUNCIL; THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS NHS NATIONAL SERVICES SCOTLAND) (NSS); WEST LOTHIAN COUNCIL |
| Locality | EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH8 8BG |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM12 Falkirk |
| Local authority | Falkirk |
| Electoral ward | Bonnybridge and Larbert |
| Westminster constituency | Alloa and Grangemouth |
| Delivery location | TLM75 City of Edinburgh |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 8 |
| Supplier names | AYRSHIRE TREE SURGEONS; EUROFOREST; INEX WORKS GROUP; JOHN O'CONNER GROUNDS MAINTENANCE; LJX; RURAL SKILLS SCOTLAND; TAYLOR TREES; TD TREE & LAND SERVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 03 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products
- 16 - Agricultural machinery
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 77 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services

### Codes

- 03452000 - Trees
- 16100000 - Agricultural and forestry machinery for soil preparation or cultivation
- 16600000 - Specialist agricultural or forestry machinery
- 71421000 - Landscape gardening services
- 77000000 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services

## Release History

- 14 Nov 2024 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV518349
- 3 Jul 2024 at 00:00 - TenderUpdate - OJEU - F14 - Corrigendum - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL509027
- 20 Jun 2024 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN507920

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUN507920&idx=7
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- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUN507920&idx=8
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- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUN507920&idx=9
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- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUN507920&idx=10
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- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUN507920&idx=11
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- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUN507920&idx=1
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- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUN507920&idx=2
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- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUN507920&idx=3
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- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUN507920&idx=4
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- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUN507920&idx=5
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- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUN507920&idx=6
  20th June 2024 - 6
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN507920
  Forestry and Arboricultural Works Framework - The City of Edinburgh Council and Participating Sector Partners (PSP's) and their Arm's Length Organisations, wish to appoint 3 Contractors, however, may take up to a maximum of 6 specialist and experienced suppliers to a Framework Agreement to carry out tree works at a variety of locations over the next four years. To carry out Forestry and Arboricultural Works as determined by the awarding Councils. To work alongside the Councils inhouse team To respond to and complete works requested within specified timescales
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV518349
  Forestry and Arboricultural Works Framework - The City of Edinburgh Council and Participating Sector Partners (PSP's) and their Arm's Length Organisations, wish to appoint specialist and experienced contractors to a Framework Agreement to carry out tree works at a variety of locations over the next four years. To carry out Forestry and Arboricultural Works as determined by the awarding Councils. To work alongside the Councils inhouse team To respond to and complete works requested within specified timescales

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.edinburgh.gov.uk
- http://www.midlothian.gov.uk
- http://www.nss.nhs.scot/browse/procurement-and-logistics
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2363
- http://www.westlothian.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000769835
- https://www.gov.scot/policies/public-sector-procurement/community-benefits-in-procurement/
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=767683
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/web/login.html

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