Scope
Reference
CA16587
Description
A key Visitor attraction within the park is the Peace Maze, constructed from 6000 yew trees at a total approximate length of 3.5km. The yew hedge requires annual pruning, shaping and weed removal. The Council is seeking to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced contractor to undertake this task.
Total value (estimated)
- £15,000 excluding VAT
- £18,000 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 17 November 2025 to 28 February 2026
- 3 months, 14 days
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 77340000 - Tree pruning and hedge trimming
Contract locations
- UK - United Kingdom
Participation
Particular suitability
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
22 October 2025, 1:00pm
Tender submission deadline
27 October 2025, 12:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
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Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Award criteria
| Name | Description | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|---|
| Specific Questions | Specific Questions |
Quality | 60.0% |
| Cost | Cost |
Cost | 40.0% |
Procedure
Procedure type
Below threshold - open competition
Contracting authority
Newry, Mourne and Down District Council (NMD)
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PJMQ-5831-RNZM
O' Hagan House, Monaghan Row
Newry
BT35 8DJ
United Kingdom
Region: UKN08 - Newry, Mourne and Down
Organisation type: Public undertaking (commercial organisation subject to public authority oversight)