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National Trust- NI - Castle Ward Woodland Restoration
THE NATIONAL TRUST FOR PLACES OF HISTORIC INTEREST OR NATURAL BEAUTY · All their open notices
What this is
Castle Ward Estate woodland restoration project involving invasive species control, sycamore thinning, and native species enrichment planting in a protected ecological area within Strangford Lough AONB. The successful contractor will act as Forest Works Manager delivering all restoration works between October 2026 and February 2027, with follow-up treatments required during 2027-2028.
Key points
- Deadline for submission: 10 August 2026 at 4pm via Proactis Plaza portal
- Estimated contract value: GBP 100,000 (open procedure, below threshold)
- Primary works period: 1 October 2026 to 28 February 2027; follow-up treatments required 2027-2028
- Contractor acts as Forest Works Manager; must manage invasive species control, sycamore removal, native planting, and site clearance in protected woodland with red squirrels, pine martens and badgers
- Queries deadline: 1 August 2026; Award decision: 19 August 2026
- SME suitable; all communication via Proactis portal only
Who can bid
Open procedure; SME suitable. All communication via Proactis Plaza portal.
How to submit
Submit via Proactis Plaza portal (https://supplierlive.proactisp2p.com/). Filter on Customer name 'The National Trust' under Opportunities. All communication conducted via portal.
Clarifications
Deadline for queries: 1 August 2026. Award contract date: 19 August 2026.
Contract period
Primary works delivery: 1 October 2026 to 28 February 2027. Follow-up invasive species treatments required during 2027 and 2028.
Classification
CPV 77000000 — Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services Northern Ireland
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