Wetland Restoration Framework - South Forest District
Description: A framework contract to deliver our programme of wetland restoration sites including full scale restorations from start to finish, repairs and maintenance for a period of 4 years from March 2026. Bidders will need to demonstrate their experience of wetland restoration preferably on sites in the New Forest that are SSSI, SAC, SPA and Ramsar designated or equivalent in other locations, bidders must also have their own machinery. For full details of our needs, please read the separate Scope.
Summary: The Forestry Commission has released a tender for the "Wetland Restoration Framework – South Forest District," inviting potential contractors to bid on a framework contract aimed at restoring wetland areas. The procurement is focused on the industry categories of excavating, earthmoving, demolition, site preparation, and clearance work, predominantly within the UKJ region. As of 4th December 2025, the process is in the tender stage, with submission deadlines for inquiries closing on 18th December 2025 and tender submissions due by midday on 9th January 2026. The contract will span four years from March 2026 and aims to cover full-scale restorations and ongoing maintenance of wetland sites, which may include designated areas in the New Forest.