UK Public Sector Contracts & Tenders

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.

Supply and delivery of a heavy load carrying utility vehicle to Westonbirt Arboretum. Full details of the requirements can be find in the tender 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.

Forestry England require a contract for the opening and closing of recreation sites and facilities in the Forest of Dean. 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.

Forestry England has a future opportunity for the operation of the Bedgebury and High Lodge Cycle Hire concession leases. We anticipate that the leases will be for a period of up to 10 years. A full copy of the draft lease will be available in the tender documents to be published in late Summer / early Autumn 2022. The total value of the Bedgebury Cycle Hire lease opportunity will be in the region of £5m - £7m. The total value of the High Lodge Cycle Hire lease opportunity will be in the region of £2m. Please register your interest with the Forestry England point of contact to receive updates on this future tender opportunity. Forestry England are currently scoping our requirements to ensure that the needs of the two sites will be met, and that the specification of requirements and tender documentation accurately reflects the offerings of the market. We invite interested companies from the market to provide feedback and potential clarifications on the feasibility of our emerging plans.

Forestry England have a future requirement for a Hedge Flailing and Ride Side Management Framework in the West England Forest District. This will required suppliers to conduct side arm flailing of internal / external hedges and rides across the District beats. The requirement is divided into geographical Lots.

Forestry England have a future requirement for a Hedge Flailing and Ride Side Management Framework in the West England Forest District. This will required suppliers to conduct side arm flailing of internal / external hedges and rides across the District beats. The requirement is divided into geographical Lots.

The appointed supplier will be responsible for the creation of a new fund to provide small grants to applicants for Forestry sector training courses. The contractor will be responsible for design, delivery, and management of the fund. This will involve working closely with Commission to design the eligibility criteria and the application process. The supplier will then need to monitor applications, provide ongoing communications with applicants, ensure consistent grant processing, tracking and evaluation. Full details are in the provided specification. 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.

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.

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

Forestry England are establishing a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) under which to place contracts for the erection and maintenance of forest fencing on sites across the Forestry England estate. This will also include fencing for new woodland creation sites throughout England and forest fencing requirements for Forest Research. The types of fencing required include, but are not limited to: permanent deer fencing, stock-proof fencing, rabbit-proof fencing, forest gates/barriers/water gates. This DPS will allow Forestry England to hold mini-competitions for work as and when required. We intend for the DPS to be live for 10 years (September 2022 - September 2032).

Forestry England are establishing a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) under which to place contracts for the erection and maintenance of forest fencing on sites across the Forestry England estate. This will also include fencing for new woodland creation sites throughout England and forest fencing requirements for Forest Research. The types of fencing required include, but are not limited to: permanent deer fencing, stock-proof fencing, rabbit-proof fencing, forest gates/barriers/water gates. This DPS will allow Forestry England to hold mini-competitions for work as and when required. We intend for the DPS to be live for 10 years (September 2022 - September 2032).

Forestry England requires a contractor to carry out regular servicing and maintenance of the sewage treatment plant at Bedgbury Pinetum Visitor Centre. Full details of the requirements can be found within the tender 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 will be awarding a contract for the fabrication and installation of a bespoke timber structure, including supply of all materials. The build of the -A Room that Sings- shelter needs to be completed before 3rd April 2023 as there is a time limit on funding for the project. 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.

Forestry England have an opportunity available for a Climbing Tower Concession at their Beechenhurst site in the Forest of Dean. The arrangement will be on a lease agreement for up to 8 years in total. Full details of the requirements can be found in the tender document 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.

The Contractor provides all necessary labour and materials to complete the refurbishment of Seven Well Cottage. Complying with all Statutory obligations and Building Regulations. See Scope for full details. 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.

Forestry England are tendering an opportunity for consultancy services to develop a comprehensive database of functional traits of tree species, develop functional diversity indicators and mapping across the nation's forests, make recommendations to target management interventions and create a decision-support tool to enable ongoing analysis. Full details of the requirements can be found in the specification document 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.

Forestry England are opening a Dynamic Purchasing System for Deer Control in the North England and North Yorkshire Forest Districts. Full details of the requirement are available in the specification documents. The first round of mini-competitions under the DPS are expected to be published in September 2022.