--- title: "Control of Ash Die Back Disease" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000830306" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000830306" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000830306.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000830306.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "FIFE COUNCIL" published: "2026-05-05" --- # Control of Ash Die Back Disease Buyer: FIFE COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000830306 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000830306) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000830306.json) ## Summary Fife Council is inviting tenders for the "Control of Ash Die Back Disease" project, focusing on preserving local green spaces by removing affected trees. This procurement falls under the services category and is crucial for those situated around Fife, Scotland (region UKM72). As an active tender, it is currently in the tender stage with submissions due by 9th June 2026. The process follows an open procedure, inviting electronic submissions to ensure broad participation. With a total project value estimated at GBP 600,000, the project's award period is expected to start on the same day, 9th June 2026. Interested parties should note that Fife Council emphasises economic, technical, and environmental sustainability criteria in their selection process. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in tree management services, particularly those experienced in handling large-scale environmental projects. Companies with a strong technical foundation, demonstrated by relevant technical qualifications and a solid financial footing, will find this a fitting opportunity to expand their government contracting portfolio. The project allows for a variety of sub-lots focusing on different regions within Fife, making it suitable for both larger firms with extensive resources and smaller, regionally-focused enterprises seeking local government contracts. Additionally, businesses committed to delivering social value and supporting sustainability initiatives will find this procurement aligns with strategic goals, due to the council's emphasis on generating community benefits and fostering local economic development. ## Notice CW0310 Control of Ash Die Back Disease ### Lot Information 2.1 Removal of Tress affected by Ash Dieback in Green Space (High Grade) o Sub Lot 2.1 East Fife Removal of Tress affected by Ash Dieback in Green Space (High Grade) o Sub Lot 2.1 East Fife Options: Fife Council may require additional purchases under this contract which have not been specifically detailed in the "specification" however any additional purchases will be in full accordance with the requirements of Regulation 72 of the Public Contract (Scotland) Regulations 2015 Renewal: 2 x 12months Removal of Tress affected by Ash Dieback in Green Space (High Grade)o Sub Lot 2.2 Central Fife Removal of Tress affected by Ash Dieback in Green Space (High Grade) o Sub Lot 2.2 Central Fife Options: Fife Council may require additional purchases under this contract which have not been specifically detailed in the "specification" however any additional purchases will be in full accordance with the requirements of Regulation 72 of the Public Contract (Scotland) Regulations 2015 Renewal: 2x 12month extensions 2.3 Removal of Tress affected by Ash Dieback in Green Space (High Grade) Removal of Tress affected by Ash Dieback in Green Space (High Grade) o Sub Lot 2.3 West Fife Options: Fife Council may require additional purchases under this contract which have not been specifically detailed in the "specification" however any additional purchases will be in full accordance with the requirements of Regulation 72 of the Public Contract (Scotland) Regulations 2015 Renewal: 2 x 12month extensions Fife Wide - Removal of Trees affected by Ash Dieback on Transportation Network (High Grade) Removal of Trees affected by Ash Dieback on Transportation Network (High Grade) Options: Fife Council may require additional purchases under this contract which have not been specifically detailed in the "specification" however any additional purchases will be in full accordance with the requirements of Regulation 72 of the Public Contract (Scotland) Regulations 2015 Renewal: 2 x 12 months ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY555127 | | Notice type | OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | 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 | 5 May 2026 | | Submission deadline | 9 Jun 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £600,000 | | 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 | FIFE COUNCIL | | Locality | GLENROTHES | | Post town | Kirkcaldy | | Postcode | KY7 5LT | | Country | Scotland | | ITL 1 | TLM Scotland | | ITL 2 | TLM0 Eastern Scotland | | ITL 3 | TLM01 Clackmannanshire and Fife | | Local authority | Fife | | Electoral ward | Glenrothes Central and Thornton | | Westminster constituency | Glenrothes and Mid Fife | | Delivery location | TLM72 Clackmannanshire and Fife | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 77 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services ### Codes - 77211500 - Tree-maintenance services ## Release History - 5 May 2026 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY555127 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY555127 Control of Ash Die Back Disease - CW0310 Control of Ash Die Back Disease ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://www.fife.gov.uk - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=830306 - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000830306 - https://www.gov.scot/policies/public-sector-procurement/community-benefits-in-procurement/ - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/ESPD/ESPD_Download.aspx?id=830306 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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