UK Public Sector Contracts & Tenders

Ripon City Council invites tenders for the provision of road traffic management and stewarding services to support various civic and community events in Ripon over a two-year contract period, beginning in 2025. The tender specifies an estimated budget of £12,000-£24,000 for the first year (2025) only. The contract includes a break clause after the first year, allowing the possibility of review or termination.

Ripon City Council (acting as the sole corporate trustee of the Alderman Tom F Spence Charity) invites tenders from experienced and suitably qualified organisations to manage and maintain Quarry Moor Nature Reserve. The appointed organisation will initially be required to develop a Management and Maintenance Plan for Quarry Moor Nature Reserve. The development of the plan should be done in close collaboration with Natural England to ensure compliance with all relevant environmental regulations, including the requirements for SSSI. Once the Management and Maintenance Plan is approved, the organisation will begin implementing the identified maintenance activities and conservation tasks. The following tasks are an example of the core responsibilities and activities that the appointed organisation will be expected to undertake as part of the management and maintenance of Quarry Moor: • Maintain the magnesian limestone grassland by removing scrub • Maintain populations of key species - thistle broomrape, bee orchids, and autumn gentians • Keep the geological exposure clear of vegetation • Take all opportunities to enhance biodiversity by appropriate management. • Ensure compliance with Natural England requirements for SSSI designations. The appointed contractor will be responsible for providing all necessary tools, equipment and resources required for site management and maintenance. The initial contract will be for a period of two years, with a break clause after the 12 months, allowing the possibility of review or termination depending on the contractor's performance or changes in the Charity's requirements. Please read the instructions and return the following documents: • Signed Tender Response with detailed proposal outlining your approach to the management and maintenance of Quarry Moor; • Evidence of experience managing nature reserves, including SSSIs or similar protected areas and references from two similar projects. This should include the scope of the projects, the outcomes achieved, and your role in their delivery; • CVs of key personnel, demonstrating relevant qualifications and expertise; • Signed financial proposal, including a breakdown of fees and any additional funding strategies; • Signed Certificate of canvassing and non- collusive tendering (see appendix 2). Additional information: The deadline to respond has been extended to Thursday 20th February 2025.

Ripon City Council (acting as the sole corporate trustee of the Alderman Tom F Spence Charity) invites tenders from experienced and suitably qualified organisations to manage and maintain Quarry Moor Nature Reserve. The appointed organisation will initially be required to develop a Management and Maintenance Plan for Quarry Moor Nature Reserve. The development of the plan should be done in close collaboration with Natural England to ensure compliance with all relevant environmental regulations, including the requirements for SSSI. Once the Management and Maintenance Plan is approved, the organisation will begin implementing the identified maintenance activities and conservation tasks. The following tasks are an example of the core responsibilities and activities that the appointed organisation will be expected to undertake as part of the management and maintenance of Quarry Moor: • Maintain the magnesian limestone grassland by removing scrub • Maintain populations of key species - thistle broomrape, bee orchids, and autumn gentians • Keep the geological exposure clear of vegetation • Take all opportunities to enhance biodiversity by appropriate management. • Ensure compliance with Natural England requirements for SSSI designations. The appointed contractor will be responsible for providing all necessary tools, equipment and resources required for site management and maintenance. The initial contract will be for a period of two years, with a break clause after the 12 months, allowing the possibility of review or termination depending on the contractor's performance or changes in the Charity's requirements. Please read the instructions and return the following documents: • Signed Tender Response with detailed proposal outlining your approach to the management and maintenance of Quarry Moor; • Evidence of experience managing nature reserves, including SSSIs or similar protected areas and references from two similar projects. This should include the scope of the projects, the outcomes achieved, and your role in their delivery; • CVs of key personnel, demonstrating relevant qualifications and expertise; • Signed financial proposal, including a breakdown of fees and any additional funding strategies; • Signed Certificate of canvassing and non- collusive tendering (see appendix 2). Additional information: The deadline to respond has been extended to Thursday 20th February 2025.

1. Background Ripon City Council in September 2024 became the owner of three of the four Red K6 Series telephone kiosks from BT as part of the adopt a kiosk scheme. The telephone equipment has been removed from the kiosks, leaving them empty at this present time. The telephone kiosks appear structurally sound and Ripon city council have resolved to restore these to allow them to be used for the benefit of the community, in partnership with other community organisations. All the telephone kiosks are registered with Historic England and have a Grade II listing, therefore it will be vital that any restoration is complete using compliant materials and ensuring it does not erode their special interest. 2. Our requirements Secure Telephone Kiosks (Locking Mechanism) The initial phase of the restoration is undertaking necessary security work to protect the kiosks against vandalism or further damage. We will require each kiosk to be fitted with a smart / electronic Lock. The mechanism should be able to be programmed and/or activated remotely to secure each telephone kiosk independently at different times of the day. This work will need to be carried out in coordination with the glazing company, currently also under tender. We expect the tender to include: • A review of survey to provide options to fulfil our requirements • Provision of all materials for the locking mechanism, using recognised and certified parts only • Installation and testing of all materials We are looking for a reputable and qualified company who can provide us with value for money. 3. How we would like you to respond to this Tender. We welcome tender responses from all qualified companies. We would like the process to be as easy as possible and as such, we are not using an application form. When responding to the tender, please submit written plans, which include how you intend to remove and dispose of the equipment and fencing, if applicable. Your response should detail how you will approach each of the areas outlined in our requirements and the associated costs. We also need information about your organisation, including your contact details, insurance information and references / information of 3 similar works completed for other clients. Please return the following documentation via email to admin@riponcity.gov.uk for the attention of the Chief Officer. 1. Signed Tender Response detailing your proposed works; 2. Signed Pricing Schedule/detailed cost template for the contract; 3. Signed Certificate of canvassing and non- collusive tendering (see appendix 2); 4. Organisation information including 3 references for similar works, contact details and insurance provision. The Council does not bind itself to accept the lowest bid or any quotation.

1. Background Ripon City Council in September 2024 became the owner of three of the four Red K6 Series telephone kiosks from BT as part of the adopt a kiosk scheme. The telephone equipment has been removed from the kiosks, leaving them empty at this present time. The telephone kiosks appear structurally sound and Ripon city council have resolved to restore these to allow them to be used for the benefit of the community, in partnership with other community organisations. All the telephone kiosks are registered with Historic England and have a Grade II listing, therefore it will be vital that any restoration is complete using compliant materials and ensuring it does not erode their special interest. 2. Our requirements Secure Telephone Kiosks (Locking Mechanism) The initial phase of the restoration is undertaking necessary security work to protect the kiosks against vandalism or further damage. We will require each kiosk to be fitted with a smart / electronic Lock. The mechanism should be able to be programmed and/or activated remotely to secure each telephone kiosk independently at different times of the day. This work will need to be carried out in coordination with the glazing company, currently also under tender. We expect the tender to include: • A review of survey to provide options to fulfil our requirements • Provision of all materials for the locking mechanism, using recognised and certified parts only • Installation and testing of all materials We are looking for a reputable and qualified company who can provide us with value for money. 3. How we would like you to respond to this Tender. We welcome tender responses from all qualified companies. We would like the process to be as easy as possible and as such, we are not using an application form. When responding to the tender, please submit written plans, which include how you intend to remove and dispose of the equipment and fencing, if applicable. Your response should detail how you will approach each of the areas outlined in our requirements and the associated costs. We also need information about your organisation, including your contact details, insurance information and references / information of 3 similar works completed for other clients. Please return the following documentation via email to admin@riponcity.gov.uk for the attention of the Chief Officer. 1. Signed Tender Response detailing your proposed works; 2. Signed Pricing Schedule/detailed cost template for the contract; 3. Signed Certificate of canvassing and non- collusive tendering (see appendix 2); 4. Organisation information including 3 references for similar works, contact details and insurance provision. The Council does not bind itself to accept the lowest bid or any quotation.

The existing surface of the Quarry Moor car park has significantly deteriorated, requiring urgent resurfacing to ensure safety, durability, and compliance with relevant standards. Key issues include: • A deep depression at the car park entrance; • A low point at the entrance; • Potholes exceeding 40mm in depth. The appointed contractor will be required to: • Excavate and remove existing deteriorated surfaced materials; • Reconstruct the subbase where necessary to ensure long-term stability; • Install appropriate drainage solutions to prevent water accumulation; • Apply a new tarmac surface that meets all required standards for durability and water management. • Ensure that resurfacing work does not result in water runoff that negatively impacts surrounding infrastructure. We welcome tender responses from all qualified companies. We would like the process to be as easy as possible and as such, we are not using an application form. We strongly recommend a site visit by interested parties prior to the submission of a tender. Please return the following documentation via email to admin@riponcity.gov.uk. • Signed Tender Response with detailed specification and Pricing Schedule; • Signed Certificate of canvassing and non- collusive tendering (see appendix 2); • Organisation information including 3 references for similar works, contact details and insurance provision.

Quarry Moor is a nine-hectare nature reserve, with two areas designated as Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) for its calcareous grassland and geological cliff face. The site is a mix of woodland and open spaces. The tree species composition is relatively limited, with a significant proportion of ash (Fraxinus excelsior). The age range is limited, with few fully mature trees and no veteran trees present. Following the Tree Risk Assessment carried out in July 2025, the following actions are required: • Tree removals (within 3 months unless stated otherwise) The following dead or severely compromised trees must be removed to eliminate safety risks: o T01 - Common Ash (Growing into a group) - remove within 6 month o T03 - Common Ash o T04 - English Elm o T07 - Common Ash o T08 - English Elm o T10 - English Elm (Group of 3 trees) - remove within 6 months o T11 - English Elm o T12 - English Elm o T13 - English Elm o T15 - English Elm (Group of 3 trees) - remove within 1 month o T18 - English Elm (Group of 2 trees) - remove within 6 months • Deadwood Removal (within 3 months unless stated otherwise) Remove deadwood greater than 25mmfrom ash trees affected be Ash dieback o T02 - Common Ash (3 trees, sever ivy at base) - remove within 6 month o T06 - Common ash o T14 - Ash o T16 - Common ash • Additional works o T05 - Field maple - either sever and remove ivy or remove tree to the boundary - within 3 months. *Tree survey details and the tree location map are available upon request. We strongly recommend a site visit by interested parties prior to the submission of a tender. Please contact us via email admin@riponcity.gov.uk to arrange a visit. Please return the following documentation via email to admin@riponcity.gov.uk. • Signed Tender Response with detailed specification and Pricing Schedule; • Signed Certificate of canvassing and non- collusive tendering (see appendix 2); • Organisation information including 3 references for similar works, contact details and insurance provision.