Scope
Reference
DN794786
Description
The Authority is inviting tender Framework Agreement for the Provision of Arboricultural and Horticultural services The Authority is responsible for approximately 40,000 trees (not including woodlands), principally situated on Highways, Housing, Leisure and Education sites. The responsibility of the management is delegated to Neighbourhood Street Scene, as has the responsibility for managing grass, weeds and shrubs on the highway. The Framework Agreement delivers the operational elements of tree pruning, felling and planting, cutting grass and shrubs and chemical control of weeds.
Total value (estimated)
- £5 excluding VAT
- £5 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 March 2026 to 29 February 2028
- Possible extension to 28 February 2030
- 4 years
Description of possible extension:
As detailed in the ITT documents
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 77000000 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services
Contract locations
- UK - United Kingdom
Lot constraints
Maximum number of lots a supplier can bid for: 1
Maximum number of lots a supplier can be awarded: 1
Description of how multiple lots may be awarded:
As detailed in the ITT documents
Lot 1. Arboriculture Services
Description
LBR- Arboriculture Services
Lot value (estimated)
- £1 excluding VAT
- £1 including VAT
Same for all lots
CPV classifications, contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 2. Horticultural and minor Arboricultural Services
Description
LBR- Horticultural and minor Arboricultural Services
Lot value (estimated)
- £1 excluding VAT
- £1 including VAT
Same for all lots
CPV classifications, contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 3. Grass Cutting Operations
Description
LBR -Grass Cutting Operations
Lot value (estimated)
- £1 excluding VAT
- £1 including VAT
Same for all lots
CPV classifications, contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 4. Weed Control and Pesticide Treatment
Description
LBR-Weed Control and Pesticide Treatment
Lot value (estimated)
- £1 excluding VAT
- £1 including VAT
Same for all lots
CPV classifications, contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 5. Arboriculture Emergency Service
Description
LBR-Arboriculture Emergency Service
Lot value (estimated)
- £1 excluding VAT
- £1 including VAT
Same for all lots
CPV classifications, contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Participation
Legal and financial capacity conditions of participation
Lot 1. Arboriculture Services
Lot 2. Horticultural and minor Arboricultural Services
Lot 3. Grass Cutting Operations
Lot 4. Weed Control and Pesticide Treatment
Lot 5. Arboriculture Emergency Service
As detailed in the ITT documents
Technical ability conditions of participation
Lot 1. Arboriculture Services
Lot 2. Horticultural and minor Arboricultural Services
Lot 3. Grass Cutting Operations
Lot 4. Weed Control and Pesticide Treatment
Lot 5. Arboriculture Emergency Service
As detailed in the ITT documents
Particular suitability
Lot 1. Arboriculture Services
Lot 2. Horticultural and minor Arboricultural Services
Lot 3. Grass Cutting Operations
Lot 4. Weed Control and Pesticide Treatment
Lot 5. Arboriculture Emergency Service
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
21 January 2026, 4:00pm
Tender submission deadline
22 January 2026, 12:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Languages that may be used for submission
English
Award decision date (estimated)
17 February 2026
Award criteria
Lot 1. Arboriculture Services
Lot 3. Grass Cutting Operations
Lot 5. Arboriculture Emergency Service
| Name | Description | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quality | Quality |
Quality | 55.00% |
| Price | Price |
Price | 45.00% |
Lot 2. Horticultural and minor Arboricultural Services
| Name | Description | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|---|
| Qauality | Quality |
Quality | 55.00% |
| Price | Price |
Price | 45.00% |
Lot 4. Weed Control and Pesticide Treatment
| Name | Description | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quality | Quaity |
Quality | 55.00% |
| Price | Price |
Price | 45.00% |
Other information
Payment terms
As detailed in the ITT documents
Description of risks to contract performance
As detailed in the ITT documents
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Open procedure
Reduced tendering period
Yes
State of urgency - minimum 10 days
Justification for not publishing a preliminary market engagement notice
N/A
Documents
Associated tender documents
https://procontract.due-north.com/Procurer/Advert/View?advertId=04e03fc0-c8ad-f011-813a-005056b64545&fromAdvertEvent=True
Contracting authority
London Borough of Redbridge
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PPZX-9247-ZGQQ
7th Floor, Lynton House
Ilford
IG1 1NN
United Kingdom
Contact name: Raymond Koker
Telephone: 02085545000
Email: raymond.koker@redbridge.gov.uk
Website: http://www.redbridge.gov.uk/
Region: UKI53 - Redbridge and Waltham Forest
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government