Scope
Reference
FCCN003726
Description
A framework agreement for the supply of small plant and equipment suitable for commercial ground care and timber management, along with any associated attachments and equipment which may be required. Models will include traditional fuel powered and rechargeable electric. For full details of our needs, please read the separate specification.
Commercial tool
Establishes a framework
Total value (estimated)
- £400,000 excluding VAT
- £480,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 19 December 2025 to 18 December 2029
- 4 years
Main procurement category
Goods
CPV classifications
- 42675000 - Parts and accessories for hard material-working machine tools
- 16310000 - Mowers
- 16160000 - Miscellaneous gardening equipment
Contract locations
- UK - United Kingdom
Framework
Maximum number of suppliers
1
Maximum percentage fee charged to suppliers
0%
Framework operation description
This framework will be established with a single Supplier to provide the required equipment as and when needed throughout the duration of the framework. Our exact quantities and timings of orders cannot be determined in advance, orders will be placed with the Supplier when the need arises. Prices will be in accordance with the rates agreed with the winning Supplier.
Award method when using the framework
Without competition
Contracting authorities that may use the framework
Establishing party only
Participation
Particular suitability
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Submission
Tender submission deadline
10 November 2025, 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)
15 December 2025
Recurring procurement
Publication date of next tender notice (estimated): 2 October 2029
Award criteria
| Name | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Price | 40% |
| Delivery | Quality | 20% |
| Technical support | Quality | 20% |
| Product technical information | Quality | 10% |
| Social value | Quality | 10% |
Other information
Applicable trade agreements
- Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)
- Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP)
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Open procedure
Contracting authority
Forestry Commission
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PLRM-7846-HGLG
620 Bristol Business Park
Bristol
BS16 1EJ
United Kingdom
Region: UKK12 - Bath and North East Somerset, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government