Contoneaster Management Graig Fawr

What this is

North Wales Wildlife Trust seeks quotations for management of invasive Cotoneaster species at Graig Fawr SSSI in Denbighshire, covering approximately 3 hectares of limestone grassland and cliff habitat. Works include rope-access survey, vegetation management, herbicide application, stump treatment, and removal of arisings, with completion required by 30 October 2026.

Key points

• Deadline for electronic submission: 17 August 2026 at 17:00 via Sell2Wales Postbox
• Mandatory qualifications: PA1 and PA6AW herbicide certifications; IRATA Level 3 rope-access competence
• Insurance requirement: £5 million minimum public and employers' liability cover
• All works must be completed by 30 October 2026
• Prior experience with invasive non-native species management and habitat works required
• Single-stage procedure; estimated award date 19 August 2026

Who can bid

Bidders must hold PA1 and PA6AW herbicide qualifications (or equivalent), demonstrate IRATA Level 3 rope-access competence, hold £5 million public and employers' liability insurance, and demonstrate prior experience with invasive species and habitat management of similar scale.

• PA1, PA6AW
• IRATA Level 3
• 5000000

Money

Scope: approximately 3 hectares of limestone grassland and cliff habitat management. No estimated contract value stated in notice.

Performance guarantee

Contractors must provide appropriate risk assessments and method statements; comply with all health and safety and biosecurity requirements.

How to submit

Electronic submission via Sell2Wales Postbox facility (https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/). Deadline 17 August 2026 at 17:00. Suppliers should allow adequate time for uploading and submit well in advance.

Contract period

All works must be completed by 30 October 2026; estimated award date 19 August 2026.

Classification

CPV 77000000 — Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services Conwy and DenbighshireWales