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Divis - A View to the Future Project has been made possible with The National Lottery Heritage Fund. Thanks to National Lottery players, we are improving access, enhancing engagement and ensuring the long-term protection of this unique landscape. This Request for Proposal (RFP) sets out the Trust's situation and objectives in respect of the "Divis - A View to the Future, Peatland Restoration Project". The proposed peatland restoration works within this project lie across Divis and the Black Mountain landscape in Northern Ireland. The RFI seeks initial information from a range of suppliers as to capacity, capability and relevant experience. This two-stage procurement process is for the appointment of a Peatland Restoration Contractor / Principal Contractor to deliver the works associated with phase1 of the Peatland Restoration Plan outlined in specification document within the tender pack. Stage One (RFP1) seeks initial information from a range of suppliers as to capacity, capability and relevant experience. The successful bidders from the RFP1 process will be invited to the second stage, RFP2, where a Proposal Costing will be requested. Tender Timeline Event Anticipated Dates Request for Proposal (RFP1) issued 16th May 2025 RFP1 Clarification Period Closes 4th June 2025 (12pm) Return of RFP1 11th June 2025 (4pm) Request for Proposal (RFP2) issued 20th June 2025 Return of RFP2 18th July 2025 (12pm) Award Contract July / August 2025 Contract Start 1st September 2025 The tender is being conducted via the Proactis Plaza portal. http://www.proactisplaza.com/ Register your interest to access the tender pack.

This Request for Proposal Single Stage (RFP1) sets out the Trust's situation and objectives in respect of the creation of approx. 150 steps that make up part of the Cheddar Gorge Circular Trail (please note: steps already exist, the project is to upgrade the spec of the existing steps and create some additional steps to link in with the remainder of the path). The Trust is seeking bids from a range of Bidders as to their capacity, capability, economic standing and relevant experience, as well as their proposed solution and price for meeting the requirements of the Opportunity. Tender timescale 23rd May- Tender posted 11th June- Last day to submit questions 20th June- Proposal submission July- site visits and proposal clarifications with shortlisted applicants 1st August- Award contract Further details on the Opportunity can be found in the "NT RFP1_footpath management_2", available via Proactis. The opportunity closes on 20th June 2025. This opportunity is being conducted on the Proactis Plaza portal. https://supplierlive.proactisp2p.com/

An Environment Agency funded Natural Flood Management project on National Trust owned land in Purbeck, Dorset. The Swanbrook Wetlands NFM project comprises a range of NFM measures to be installed across 6 National Trust tenanted farm project sites, in three clusters around the catchment. The overall aim is to increase water retention in the headwaters and reduce flood risk downstream. NFM measures proposed are specific to each location and include low earth bunds, in-field scrapes, roughening features, leaky dams and areas of floodplain reconnection. Multiple strategic benefits are expected. Contractors will be chosen based on capacity, capability, relevant experience of delivering NFM interventions, proposed solution and cost. Full details including of how to apply are in the attached Request for Proposals document.

Site works to restore two areas of the Greenlands mire system within the Purbeck Heaths National Nature Reserve, as part of a wider project led by the Dorset Peatland Partnership. The aim is to secure peat forming habitats, improve peat condition, slow flow rates and maximise Carbon capture within currently degraded mire systems. This will be achieved using a range of sensitive restoration techniques that are described in more detail in the attached restoration plans and project specifications. Activities include creating peat bunds and in-channel dams, mulching molinia vegetation and gorse; and earthworks to infill drainage channels. Contractors will be chosen based on capacity, capability, relevant experience including of working in sensitive habitats on protected sites, proposed solution and cost. Full details including of how to apply are in the attached Request for Proposals document.

Site works to restore sections of the Agglestone mire system within the Purbeck Heaths National Nature Reserve, as part of a wider project led by the Dorset Peatland Partnership. The aim is to reconnect drained mire habitat, raise water levels, slow flow rates and maximise Carbon capture within currently degraded mire systems. This will be achieved using a range of sensitive restoration techniques that are described in more detail in the attached project specifications. Activities include mulching Molinia, excavating pilot channels, ditch infill and installing culverted footpath crossings. Contractors will be chosen based on capacity, capability, relevant experience including of working in sensitive habitats on protected sites, proposed solution and cost. Full details including of how to apply are in the attached Request for Proposals document.

We are seeking an experienced Independent Facilitator(s) to support the development of a significant nature and heritage rich and accessible green corridor in the north-east urban fringe of Durham City. The Independent Facilitator(s) will play a crucial role in ensuring the success of this initiative by guiding a group of stakeholders and the Durham City Green Corridor Board. This role is part of a collaborative project between Durham County Council and the National Trust, aimed at connecting urban communities with the countryside along the River Wear. We want to commission an Independent Facilitator(s) to support the development of the green corridor and ensure the project's governance structure is appropriate for working together towards our shared objectives. We are open to approaches from individuals, charities and consultancy firms, organisations of all sizes. We want an Independent Facilitator(s) to ensure there is balance of opinion and that no one stakeholder or board member is leading the process, and we can all equitably participate. The first element of the Independent Facilitator(s) work is to support the changemaker groups and the project board to develop how they work together , their terms of reference and decision making and any other supporting documents . The second element of the Independent Facilitator(s) role is to support the stakeholders and project board to develop action plans to meet their outcomes. To receive the full information pack please contact: durhamcitygreencorridor@nationaltrust.org.uk Skills and Experience • Excellent communication skills: Ability to keep all stakeholders informed and connected, fostering productive communication among group members with varying experience levels and communication styles. • Facilitation experience: Proven track record in leading similar groups, with an understanding of the challenges within cultural, heritage and environmental sectors. • Holistic mindset: Curiosity and open-mindedness to enable balanced contributions from all participants. • Tact and diplomacy: Ability to hold space for equitable contributions, ensuring all voices are heard. • Calmness under pressure: Maintaining composure and effectiveness in a wide range of situations. • Experience with diverse stakeholder groups: Particularly within the third sector, to foster collaboration and understand the dynamics of competing priorities. • Organisational and coordination abilities: Strong skills in organising and coordinating efforts to ensure efficient progress. • Whole-system approach: Ability to link health and wellbeing initiatives to other systems. • Trustworthiness and discretion: Essential qualities for building rapport quickly and helping form a cohesive group identity. • Cultural competence: Deep understanding of cultural backgrounds and different governance structures/processes. • Partnership project management: Expertise in managing projects that involve multiple stakeholders.

This Request for Proposal (RFP) sets out the Trust's situation and objectives in respect of delivery of the design of interpretation upgrades across the Mourne area and seeks information from a range of suppliers as to capacity, capability, relevant experience, methodology and cost. The outcomes of this commission are to develop the design of identified priority interpretation upgrades across the Mourne area, following the framework and toolkit outlined in the Mourne Gullion Strangford Geopark Interpretation Masterplan (2025). The National Trust is seeking a lump sum proposal from a suitably qualified Consultant to deliver the following: • Organise content and design of interpretation upgrades to include 15 no. interpretation panels across the Mourne area (see table overleaf for further indicative details) • Design of graphics (directional arrows, icons, wording) for trail & wayfinding posts • Develop a design specification for the different types of interpretation panels and wayfinding to promote consistency of future interpretation across the Geopark area across all Forever Mournes organisations The tender is being conducted via the Proactis Plaza portal. http://www.proactisplaza.com/ Search for The National Trust in the opportunities section and follow the instructions. Submissions are to be returned no later than 12pm on 08th October 2025 Outputs to be provided no later than 16th January 2026

This opportunity seeks a costing, methodology and schedule of work to undertake paleoenvironmental analysis and remote sensing surveys of deep peat deposits located at Divis and The Black Mountain, Co. Antrim and from a small fen area located at Lisnabreeny Co. Down in Northern Ireland. One pollen sequence from each site is to be collected, processed, analysed, and dated and remote sensing survey (preferably Ground Penetrating Radar) to be carried out across deep peat deposits at both sites to determine and map the depth and extents of targeted deposits. The target area for the remote sensing is approximately 50 hectares, and the opportunity aims to achieve coverage as close to this figure as possible within the project timeframes and budget constraints. The Trust is seeking bids from a range of bidders as to their capacity, capability, economic standing, and relevant experience, as well as their proposed solution and price for meeting the requirements of the Opportunity. On appointment the fieldwork and data collection must be completed and invoiced by the end of February 2026 and the final report (incorporating all NT feedback) must be completed, submitted, and invoiced before the end of July 2026. The tender is being conducted via the Proactis Plaza portal. http://www.proactisplaza.com/ Search for The National Trust in the opportunities section and follow the instructions.

BACKGROUND Nature Towns and Cities is a coalition of organisations (National Trust, Natural England, and National Lottery Heritage Fund) working together to inspire, incentivise, and support UK towns and cities to take ambitious action for urban green space. Our aim is to help millions more people enjoy time in nature close to home, in greener, thriving towns and cities. We want more urban areas to use nature recovery and nature-based solutions to tackle health inequalities and climate change, and to put nature at the heart of communities to grow their prosperity, connection and resilience. This commission sits within the Nature Finance workstream of Nature Towns and Cities. Nature Towns and Cities is looking to support Local Authorities and their partners in accessing private funding. Specifically, through developing a marketplace of tokenised urban greening interventions - starting with Urban Tree Tokens - supported by an urban greening code and registry. SCOPE OF THE WORK Nature Towns and Cities holds a draft code - an adaptation of BSI Flex 701 - for tokenising urban greening interventions, and a methodology specifically for urban tree tokens. This research is seeking to test and refine the code through stakeholder engagement, and to understand what the governance, structuring and operations of a code and associated marketplace and registry should look like, resulting in the production of a governance and operations report, (including summary and recommended strawman code and registry governance and operations options and mapping of code, registry and marketplace responsibilities/roles), marketplace governance eligibility criteria and governance framework, and refined Urban Greening Code. INFORMATION TO BE RETURNED Submissions should include the following information: · Outline of your proposed approach to the project, including details of methodology, proposed outputs, timeline and high level risk log. · Description of your relevant experience and abridged CVs of the proposed project team, including examples of at least two similar pieces of work you have carried out. · Proposed budget breakdown. · Details of any matters or concerns not covered by this brief. Submissions should be no more than 8 pages in length. Abridged VCs can be included as appendices. These should be returned to anne.mackinnon@nationaltrust.org.uk by the deadline of 5pm, Friday 24th October 2025. Please see the attached Request for Tender document for more detail.

BACKGROUND Nature Towns and Cities is a coalition of organisations (National Trust, Natural England, and National Lottery Heritage Fund) working together to inspire, incentivise, and support UK towns and cities to take ambitious action for urban green space. Our aim is to help millions more people enjoy time in nature close to home, in greener, thriving towns and cities. We want more urban areas to use nature recovery and nature-based solutions to tackle health inequalities and climate change, and to put nature at the heart of communities to grow their prosperity, connection and resilience. This commission seeks to support UK towns and cities to access private funding and stimulate an urban greening marketplace. This will begin by providing an online 'marketplace' where urban greening interventions, such as street tree planting, can be tokenised and purchased/funded. SCOPE OF THE WORK In order to help Local Authorities and their partners access private funding, Nature Towns and Cities is looking to develop an online 'marketplace' platform to enable funders to purchase / fund urban interventions in the form of tokens, starting with urban tree tokens. Previous work has broadly validated the demand side requirements for tree tokens and produced a strawman outline of what functionalities may be needed on a platform, for example a map to display tokens at a street, town and national level. Further demand side testing is required, and we would like this to be supported by a theoretical display (prototype) of the marketplace platform to help communicate the concept. This prototype should at a minimum display theoretical tokens, provide the ability to click on a token and see more information such as price, nature-related benefits and photos, the ability to bundle tokens and 'check-out'. The second part of this commission (to be developed in tandem with the prototype) is to produce a functional minimum viable platform / marketplace hub from an existing platform hosted by the supplier. INFO TO BE RETURNED · Outline of your proposed approach to the project, including details of methodology, proposed outputs, timeline and high level risk log. · Description of your relevant experience and abridged CVs of the proposed project team, including examples of at least two similar pieces of work you have carried out. · Proposed budget breakdown, including any ongoing costs and fees associated with platform hosting, management and handling of funds. · Capability and capacity to be involved in long-term provision of services and outline of what these services would involve (~25 months). · Details of any matters or concerns not covered by this brief. Submissions should be no more than 8 pages in length. Abridged VCs can be included as appendices. These should be returned to anne.mackinnon@nationaltrust.org.uk by the deadline of 5pm, Friday 24th October 2025. Please see the attached Request for Tender for more information.

BACKGROUND Nature Towns and Cities is a coalition of organisations (National Trust, Natural England, and National Lottery Heritage Fund) working together to inspire, incentivise, and support UK towns and cities to take ambitious action for urban green space. Our aim is to help millions more people enjoy time in nature close to home, in greener, thriving towns and cities. We want more urban areas to use nature recovery and nature-based solutions to tackle health inequalities and climate change, and to put nature at the heart of communities to grow their prosperity, connection and resilience. SCOPE OF THE WORK Development of an online marketplace will begin with street tree planting (urban intervention), able to be bundled and sold/funded as 'tokens'. This research will aim to understand and develop demand side requirements for creating an effective token marketplace. This will include recommendations for supply side, engaging potential buyers, and developing supporting frameworks for funding, reporting, verification, and applications for community groups/VCSE sector. INFORMATION TO BE RETURNED: Submissions should include the following information: · Outline of your proposed approach to the project, including details of methodology, proposed outputs, timeline, and high level risk log. · Description of your relevant experience and abridged CVs of the proposed project team, including examples of at least two similar pieces of work you have carried out. · Proposed budget breakdown. · Details of any matters or concerns not covered by this brief. Submissions should be no more than 8 pages in length. Abridged VCs can be included as appendices. These should be returned to anne.mackinnon@nationaltrust.org.uk by the deadline of 5pm, Friday 31st October 2025. Please see the attached Request for Tender for more information.

This Request for Information (RFI) sets out the Trust's situation and objectives in respect of manufacture and installation of interpretation upgrades across the Mourne area of Northern Ireland (NI). The Trust seeks initial information from a range of bidders as to possible solutions, capacity, capability and relevant experience. An Interpretation Masterplan was developed earlier in 2025 for the Mourne Gullion Strangford Global Geopark area. The existing interpretative provision varies from the dated and almost unreadable through to recent and high quality panels. It is characterised by many different styles and there is no overall 'brand'. The Mourne Gullion Strangford Geopark Interpretation Masterplan provides a unified approach to the whole area to determine how interpretation that is unique, specialised and memorable can be introduced across the whole landscape. Following on from development of the Interpretation Masterplan, Forever Mournes have secured funding to implement priority upgrades to interpretation across the Mourne area (cluster). The outcomes of this commission are to manufacture and install the identified priority interpretation upgrades across the Mourne area. Tender timescale (RFI) • RFI issued to tenderers: 21 November 2025 • RFI return deadline: 12pm, 12 December 2025 • Assessment of RFI: between 15 - 19 December 2025 Timescales (for delivery of the goods or services) • RFP2 issued to tenderers: 14 January 2026 (indicative) • RFP2 return deadline: 12pm, 28 January 2026 (indicative) • Assessment of RFP2: between 29 - 30 January 2026 • Anticipated appointment: 30 January 2026 • Services to commence: week commencing 2 February 2026 • Outputs to be provided no later than: 31 March 2026 This opportunity is being conducted on the Proactis Plaza portal. https://supplierlive.proactisp2p.com/ Click on the "Opportunities" button and filter on Customer name - The National Trust All communication is to be carried out via the Proactis portal. Participating Suppliers will bear their own costs, and seek appropriate advice, for the preparation of their response.

The National Trust, on behalf of collaborators involved in the Forever Lough Neagh initiative, are requesting proposals for a Consultant led Multidisciplinary Team to develop a holistic, comprehensive and long - term strategic framework for Lough Neagh: A Roadmap to Recovery . The Trust seeks to appoint a Multidisciplinary Consultant to undertake a strategy development process with the aim of bringing together learning from previous activities, and initiatives and projects already underway, to identify gaps in knowledge and identify actions and clear recommendations for the future. A 12-month term (1 calendar year, anticipated to commence in April 2026) will be available to complete the commission. We are keen to work with consultants and sub-consultants that are invested in the outcomes of this project, aiming to work together to develop recommendations that will lead to a more sustainable future for Lough Neagh. We would welcome different types of organisations and groups to come together as consortium partners to form a multi-disciplinary team to deliver this commission. We recognise the importance of local and lived knowledge and experience, and we encourage potential lead Consultants to carefully consider how teams are put together to allow for open opportunities. The Trust seeks initial information from a range of bidders as to possible solutions, capacity, capability and relevant experience, with a view to forming a select list for a later Request for Proposal process. The tender is being conducted via the Proactis Plaza portal. http://www.proactisplaza.com/ All tender documents are available from the Proactis Plaza Portal. Search for The National Trust in the opportunities section and follow the instructions.

The Argory Estate, County Armagh, Northern Ireland - a 126-hectare historic property with significant areas of ancient and long-established woodland. The National Trust invites tenders for woodland restoration works, focusing on the removal and control of invasive species such as rhododendron ponticum and cherry laurel across designated woodland compartments. The contract includes: • Initial clearance and disposal of invasive plants • Follow-up treatments in 2027 and 2028 • Compliance with UK Forestry Standards and best practice guidelines The Argory's woodlands are a rare and valuable ecological and cultural resource. Mature ancient semi-natural broadleaf woodland covers less than 0.08% of Northern Ireland's land area. This project aims to protect biodiversity, restore habitat quality, and safeguard the historic landscape for future generations. • Site visit booking deadline: 8 January 2026 • Tender submission deadline: 4 pm, 16 January 2026 • Proposed contract start date: 26 January 2026 Interested? Site visits are essential and must be booked in advance. This opportunity is being conducted on the Proactis Plaza portal. https://supplierlive.proactisp2p.com/ Click on the "Opportunities" button and filter on Customer name - The National Trust All communication is to be carried out via the Proactis portal. Participating Suppliers will bear their own costs, and seek appropriate advice, for the preparation of their response. Contract Length This contract will run from 26th January 2026 - 22nd March 2028

Tender Opportunity - Tree Nursery Phase 2 Polytunnel Installation The National Trust invites tenders for the supply, delivery, and erection of polytunnels as part of Phase 2 of our Tree Nursery development at Mount Stewart, Portaferry Road, Newtownards, Co. Down, BT22 2AD Scope of Works 1 x 16m x 24m Twin Span Polytunnel 1 x 13m x 36m Twin Span Polytunnel 2 x 9m x 26m Single Span Polytunnels Works include design, build, and installation on a prepared gravel/screed base, with manual roll-up ventilation sides and pest-resistant mesh. Why This Matters This project supports the expansion of our tree nursery infrastructure, enabling sustainable planting and conservation efforts across Northern Ireland. Key Dates Deadline for responses - 16th January 2026 (4pm) Appointment confirmed - 19th January 2026 Completion deadline - 13th March 2026 The tender is being conducted via the Proactis Plaza portal. http://www.proactisplaza.com/ Search for The National Trust in the opportunities section and follow the instructions.

The National Trust wishes to commission a team to develop a new interpretative installation within the Giant's Causeway Visitor Centre, Northern Ireland. The installation is expected to include new setworks and hardware / software solutions to showcase specifically commissioned new content that will connect multiple themes, including myth and earth science, while providing an inspirational message regarding the conservation of this unique UNESCO World Heritage Site. Timescales Indicative milestones: • Tender Period Ends- 21st January 2026 • Clarification Deadline - 13th January 2026 • Appointment- 4th February 2026 • Stage 1 complete / Submission of Fixed Price- 21st May 2026 Stage 2- Delivery must be completed by 31st October 2026 The tender is being conducted via the Proactis Plaza portal. http://www.proactisplaza.com/ Search for The National Trust in the opportunities section and follow the instructions. Tender documents are available on the Proactis Portal.

The National Trust (NT) has secured funding from the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA) to develop a Landscape Recovery Scheme (LRS) in the Yorkshire Dales. The project, Heart of the Dales (HoTD), covers approximately 11,300 hectares of land across Malhamdale and Upper Wharfedale. The scheme involves tenant farmers, private landowners, and National Trust-owned land managed in-hand. The National Trust is developing a Blended Finance Plan and Business Model combining proposed philanthropic, private, and public funding sources over a 20-year period. This model will fund essential operating costs, with remaining funds distributed to project participants. DEFRA income projections are based on the DEFRA deflator metric over the 20-year term. The successful contractor must undertake a robust stress test of all revenue assumptions underpinning this project. The purpose of the stress test is to assess the resilience, credibility, and downside risk of projected revenues under adverse but plausible conditions. The tender is being conducted via the Proactis Plaza portal. http://www.proactisplaza.com/ Search for The National Trust in the opportunities section and follow the instructions.

The National Trust is looking for an external consultant to deliver a creative, inclusive and participatory co-design process for the Communities programme of Nature Towns and Cities, a UK-wide mission to bring nature and green space to urban areas for everyone's benefit, backed by public, private and third sector organisations. The successful consultant will: (1) Thoroughly understand the enablers and barriers affecting hyperlocal VCSE organisations' ability to create, improve and care for nature in their neighbourhoods, and enable more time people to connect with nature on their doorstep. (2) Engage participants in discussion and interrogation of some potential solutions and interventions for tackling issues at the systemic level. (3) Develop solutions and interventions with those who will be involved in their implementation (including the Nature Towns and Cities Coalition members). (4) In so far as possible, secure the buy-in and where necessary participation of key actors in the solutions and interventions that have been developed. Submission deadline is February 13th at 4pm. w/c 23rd Feb - interview best candidates W/c 2nd Mar - contract commencement The tender is being conducted via the Proactis Plaza portal. http://www.proactisplaza.com/ Search for The National Trust in the opportunities section and follow the instructions.

The National Trust is seeking quotations for the development of a social impact narrative document, plus supporting resources, for the final phase of our Walk Together Pathway Project. This will involve drawing together project information, evaluation data, learnings and recommendations into a document which acts as one source of truth for stakeholders. It will be used to inform further and more tailored communications to key audience groups. The Walk Together Pathway is a collaborative initiative led by the National Trust and 14 collaborators to address racial inequity in access to the outdoors and in outdoor leadership. This opportunity is being conducted on the Proactis Plaza portal. https://supplierlive.proactisp2p.com/ Click on the "Opportunities" button and filter on Customer name - The National Trust All communication is to be carried out via the Proactis portal. Deadline Date for Quotations: 18th February 2026 at 5.00pm GMT

The National Trust is inviting tenders for an experienced provider to design and deliver an inclusive participatory budgeting (or similar) process, supporting coastal communities in Dundrum and Cushendun (Norther Ireland) in responding to climate change. As part of the Coastal Monitoring and Adaptation Planning (CMAP) project, a project supported by the PEACEPLUS programme and managed by the Special EU Programmes Body (SEUPB), the successful bidder will enable communities to identify, prioritise and deliver locally led actions, through a transparent participatory budgeting (or similar) approach. The role includes managing project and engagement support funds, ensuring inclusive community participation, and enabling communities to contribute to the broader aspects of the CMAP project. Date of Issue: 27 February 2026 Deadline Date for Queries: 13 March 2026 Deadline Date for Responses: 26 March 2026 4pm The tender is being conducted via the Proactis Plaza portal. http://www.proactisplaza.com/ Search for The National Trust in the opportunities section and follow the instructions.