UK Public Sector Contracts & Tenders

We will be awarding a framework agreement for general forest maintenance tasks, including but not limited to: - Respacing - Hand weeding - Brashing and cleaning - Spraying - Scrub maintenance - General site maintenance - Tree tube maintenance - High pruning - Tree felling - Grass cutting

A contract for timber haulage from sites in North England Forest District.

Forestry England are looking to award Seasonal Sales agreements for Christmas Tree Sales at Cannock Chase Forest Centre, Salcey Forest Centre, Alice Holt Forest Centre, New Park (New Forest) and Haldon Forest Centre

SCOPE OF WORKS: Construction of a new laboratory building designed and built to operate at Containment Level 3 (CL3), on a greenfield site within the existing boundary of Forest Research's Alice Holt Research Station in Farnham, Surrey, UK. The new 'Holt 2' research facility will be a purpose-built expansion of existing facilities at Forest Research's Alice Holt Research Station, designed to significantly enhance the UK's capability and capacity to study tree pests and pathogens in controlled environments. The new facility will significantly increase the capacity of the existing Holt 1 containment laboratory. Full specifications will be provided in the Specification Documents once the Invitation to Tender is released. The project overview document is attached to this notice. CONTRACT STRATEGY: Traditional construction works, turnkey contract (Client-supplied detailed design & specification) on a fixed lump sum basis using the NEC4 ECC Main Option A - Priced contract with Activity Schedule. Performance Bond (10%), and Parent Company Guarantees (where applicable). Liquidated damages for delay are anticipated to be set at £700 per day, subject to confirmation in the ITT. DESIGN STRATEGY: At the time of issuing the ITT, detailed design and specification for all elements (RIBA Stage 4) will have been completed (and included in the ITT); the appointed turnkey contractor will take responsibility from, and progress from, the start of RIBA Stage 5 onwards. It is anticipated that the ITT may include an option (or alternative) for the novation of client‑supplied designs to the turnkey contractor. Note that certain proprietary equipment and supply chain requirements will be specified within the ITT where necessary to meet technical and operational requirements of the contract works. The new building is required to achieve a BREEAM Excellent rating, demonstrating a high standard of environmental performance and sustainability. Note: A Planning Application has been submitted for this build. The contract scope includes all works and services required to deliver the laboratory as a fully operational, CL3‑validated containment facility, as outlined above, on a turnkey basis. This includes traditional building construction works—such as foundations, structural steelwork, cladding, building services and landscaping—as well as specialist laboratory and containment facility works. Included with this Notice are the following documents and drawings, which provide further information on the location and the overall laboratory building structure: 1.3434001 A (Location Plan) 2.3434009 (Proposed Block Plan) 3.3434010 D (Proposed Ground Floor Plan) 4.3434011 D (Proposed First Floor Plan) 5.3434012 C (Proposed Roof Plan) 6.3434015 B (Proposed North Elevation) 7.3434016 B (Proposed South Elevation) 8.3434017 A (Proposed East Elevation) 9.3434018 A (Proposed West Elevation) 10.8492PLGA110 (Proposed Site Plan) 11.G28553PERHL2XXDRS06001 P04 12.G28553PERHL2XXDRS06002 P04 13.Holt 2 project overview for tender - rev01

Forestry England are planning to carry out a procurement exercise to tender for these works going forward as 2 separate Lots :- Lot 1 – Ground preparation by scarifying - estimated 60-80ha/yr to be carried out in the autumn across the entire geographic area of Yorkshire FD. Lot 2 - Mechanised Forest Maintenance (including Mulching, Tree Shearing, use of excavator, use of forwarder, and other forest machinery as required plus provision of chainsaw operators). To be carried out across Yorkshire FD. Our intention is to award this contract for a period of 4 years as a single supplier framework for Lot 1 and a maximum of 2 supplier framework for Lot 2, with Annual Performance Reviews and a mid-point review point to discuss pricing (i.e. 2+2yr contract) Open Book Pricing would need to be form part of the tender submission to provide benchmark pricing information (cost of fuel etc). General requirements: Yorkshire Forest District requires suitably qualified contractors who can demonstrate professionalism, experience, and a suitable work profile in Mechanised Forest Maintenance (including Mulching, Tree Shearing and other associated works) and Scarifying. All contractors must be highly experienced at working within heavily visited public areas. All services provided must comply with the United Kingdom Woodland Assurance Standard (UKWAS), Forest Industry Safety Accord (FISA) guides Forestry England Health and Safety Policy, and all other relevant environmental and health & safety legislation.

Supply of forestry planting stock

Forestry England require a contractor to supply, deliver and install play equipment to it's Sherwood Pines site in Nottinghamshire. Full details of the requirements can be found in the documentation provided Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

We are awarding a contract for the design, supply and installation of conifer & broadleaf tree seed processing machinery & equipment, at an established Forestry England site, with a servicing and maintenance contract for the machines supplied. The machinery & equipment is to be installed into a new purpose built facility, which has currently been progressed to RIBA work stage 2, Concept Design.

We are awarding a contract for the design, supply and installation of conifer & broadleaf tree seed processing machinery & equipment, at an established Forestry England site, with a servicing and maintenance contract for the machines supplied. The machinery & equipment is to be installed into a new purpose built facility, which has currently been progressed to RIBA work stage 2, Concept Design.

Forest Research (FR) is seeking quotations to carry out field survey work in accordance with the attached Invitation to Tender. The work involves visiting and surveying trees and shrubs within 200 randomly-distributed circular sample plots (11.35 m radius) for the Wirral i-Tree Eco project. Plot locations are provided by FR. Methodology is be standard i-Tree Eco methodology plus five additional metrics specified by FR. Training will be provided. FR is delivering this i-Tree Eco project for Wirral Borough Council. The work requires use of the i-Tree Eco App and the i-Tree Eco survey methodology (v6). Additional information: Please express your interest in this tender in order to allow us to notify you of any questions we may receive and the answers given. Expressions of interest and/or any questions regarding this ITT should be made by email to kieron.doick@forestresearch.gov.uk no later than 4pm on Friday 10th June

Forestry England requires the Contractor to carry out the following works to facilitate the extraction and processing of aggregates at the Dunwich Quarry: - Removal of material from processed stockpiles. - Processing of raw materials including crushing and screening. - Management of the by-product (sand), which must remain on site and cannot be used to backfill historical and ecological work site. - Maintenance and reinstatement of quarry floor and safety features - Maintenance and reinstatement of egress and quarry roads, during quarrying operations - Loading of aggregate during quarry operations - Daily inspections as required by the Quarries Regulations in accordance with Client's requirements. - Soil and overburden excavation, haulage within the quarry and tip creation. - Restoration works; to include scarifying gravel face to a safe angle and levelling off the quarry floor. - Provision of competent supervision to oversee the above activities by an appointed 8.1(d) in accordance with the Quarries Regulations. Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

Forest Research is seeking tenders for the carrying out of an Attribute Survey. Attribute survey plots will be established and assessed following the method based on both the Forest Mensuration handbook 2006 and the Forestry Commission Survey Handbook, 3rd edition 2007. The method will include:- Plot navigation, numbering and size choice: > Circular plots will always be used of the same size Marking plot centres and plot trees. Data collection to include: > Species > Planting year > Stocking > Top Height > Original planting spacing > Open ground > Map changes Data presentation will include: > The field form, map and AP will be stapled together and returned. > All documentation will be filled in a clear and legible way > Grid references will be supplied for all plots > All species will be recorded, the use of MC and MB is not permitted unless classified as a very minor component <10% > All calculation will be completed and recorded accurately > Remarks pertinent to each plot will be recorded > Biosecurity guidelines will be complied with > All paperwork will be returned to Forest Research, Fineshade Any major map anomalies will be noted Additional information: Please express your interest in this tender in order to allow us to notify you of any questions we may receive and the answers given. Expressions of interest and/or any questions regarding this ITT should be made by email to liz.richardson@forestresearch.gov.uk or Hannah Gatland at hannah.gatland@forestresearch.gov.uk no later than 14.00hrs on 15th July 2022

Forestry England has an opportunity for the operation of the Whinlatter Café concession lease. Our intention is to award a 10-year lease that includes a mutual break clause operable at any time after the end of year 5 subject to 12 months’ prior notice. A full copy of the draft lease is included in the tender documents. The total value of this lease opportunity will be in the region of £6-8million. The lease will start 1st February 2023.

Forest Research is seeking tenders for the carrying out of a production survey in the North of West England Forest District in accordance with the attached ITT document. Production survey plots will be established using one of the following two methods and based on the Forest Mensuration handbook 2006, the Forestry Commission Field Guide for Timber Measurement 2008 and the Forestry Commission Survey Handbook, 3rd edition 2007. The two options for data collection available for this contract are Method 1 - by tape and paper documentation and / or direct input into the FC Tariff App, Method 2 - electronic callipers downloaded into the FC Tariff App. Both methods will include: - Possible sub-compartment stratification - Plot navigation, numbering, recording grid reference and size choice - - circular plots will always be used of the same size. - Data collection to include: > Species > DBH > Planting year > Top height > Possible A4 or A5 tariff details > Specific comments about tree health, form regeneration coverage % by species - Data processing to include: > For method 1 - input data directly into the FC Tariff App > For method 2 - downloading callipers into the FC Tariff App - Data presentation will include: > Exported .pdf Tariff reports, exported .JSON files, completed, legible field maps showing plot location, data sheets with any relevant U15 forms attached for each sub-compartment - Biosecurity guidelines will be complied with. - All paperwork will be returned to Forest Research Fineshade. Additional information: Please express your interest in this tender in order to allow us to notify you of any questions we may receive and the answers given. Expressions of interest and/or any questions regarding this ITT should be made by email to Liz.richardson@forestresearch.gov.uk no later than 2pm on 12th August 2022

The Forestry Commission will be awarding a contract for compliance and reporting services for the purpose of ascertaining compliance by private businesses with the requirements of the Forest Reproductive Material (Great Britain) Regulations 2002. Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

We will be awarding a contract for the design and build of a new timber framed coppice shelter located in Silk Wood at Westonbirt Arboretum. The new shelter will help us continue the critical programme of woodland management and secure the future of coppicing at Westonbirt. The new shelter will provide cover for our coppicers which will enable them to undertake tasks in all weather and allow them to store materials and products associated with the coppice. The Contractor is required to design and build a new shelter which will be made from timber grown and milled at Westonbirt. The shelter will be similar in style to other buildings at the arboretum such as the Silkwood Barn and the Westonbirt Woodworks. The building will be of oak frame construction, traditionally built with a boarded timber roof. Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

Forest Research is seeking tenders for the carrying out of a production survey in the South of West England Forest District in accordance with the attached ITT document. Production survey plots will be established using one of the following two methods and based on the Forest Mensuration handbook 2006, the Forestry Commission Field Guide for Timber Measurement 2008 and the Forestry Commission Survey Handbook, 3rd edition 2007. The two options for data collection available for this contract are Method 1 - by tape and paper documentation and / or direct input into the FC Tariff App, Method 2 - electronic callipers downloaded into the FC Tariff App. Both methods will include: - Possible sub-compartment stratification - Plot navigation, numbering, recording grid reference and size choice - - circular plots will always be used of the same size. - Data collection to include: > Species > DBH > Planting year > Top height > Possible A4 or A5 tariff details > Specific comments about tree health, form regeneration coverage % by species - Data processing to include: > For method 1 - input data directly into the FC Tariff App > For method 2 - downloading callipers into the FC Tariff App - Data presentation will include: > Exported .pdf Tariff reports, exported .JSON files, completed, legible field maps showing plot location, data sheets with any relevant U15 forms attached for each sub-compartment - Biosecurity guidelines will be complied with. - All paperwork will be returned to Forest Research Fineshade. Additional information: Please express your interest in this tender in order to allow us to notify you of any questions we may receive and the answers given. Expressions of interest and/or any questions regarding this ITT should be made by email to Liz.richardson@forestresearch.gov.uk no later than 2pm on 19th August 2022

Forest Research is seeking fully inclusive fixed price quotations for the supply and delivery of the following: 1) Minimum of 8 (eight) and a maximum of 10 (ten) Panasonic CF-33 Toughbooks, with a minimum of 8GB RAM Windows 10 64 bit (quotes for smaller quantities will not be considered) 2) The following accessories (quantities unknown as yet): a) In car chargers b) Spare batteries c) Port replicators d) extended 5-year warranty plus accidental damage All equipment new (not used or reconditioned) and delivered to Forest Research, Northern Research Station, Roslin, Midlothian. EH25 9SY Delivery is required as soon as possible. QUOTATION REQUIREMENTS: A) Itemised fixed prices inclusive of packaging and delivery. B) Prices for the accessories to be per single item plus quantity price breaks for volume. C) Prices to be quoted ex VAT and based on payment of the price in full on delivery. D) Clearly state the delivery lead time. E) State period of validity of the quote. F) Include full product specification for the goods offered G) Quotations must be submitted on the basis of Forest Research's 'back-of-order' terms and conditions (attached). Choice of supplier will be based on lead time and price. Additional information: Please submit your quotation by email to Lisa Canning (lisa.canning@forestresearch.gov.uk) by 15.00hrs on Friday 9th September 2022. Any questions regarding this request for quotation should be made by email to Lisa Canning, and no later than 12.00hrs on Wednesday 7th September 2022.

Forestry England requires the Design, Supply and Installation of Children's bespoke, play equipment at the Salcey Forest site in Northamptonshire. Full details of the requirements can be found within the tender documentation. Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

We intend to award a Framework Agreement for the analysis of eDNA and DNA through metabarcoding.