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RFQ 2025/28 - Prune and shape the yew hedge at the Peace Maze in Castlewellan Forest Park

Newry, Mourne and Down District Council (NMD)

Buyer Contact Info

Buyer Name: Newry, Mourne and Down District Council (NMD)

Buyer Address: O' Hagan House, Monaghan Row, Newry, UKN08, BT35 8DJ, United Kingdom

Contact Name: Timothy Ervine

Contact Email: timothy.ervine@nmandd.org

Contact Telephone: 03001374000

Status
active
Procedure
open
Value
15000.0 GBP
Gross: 18000.0 GBP
Published
13 Oct 2025, 10:00
Deadline
27 Oct 2025, 12:00
Contract Start
n/a
Contract End
n/a
Category
services
CPV
77340000 - Tree pruning and hedge trimming
Region
n/a
Awarded To
n/a
Official Source
Open Find a Tender

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.

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Opportunity Context

More Information Links

External Link: https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/064636-2025

Link Description: Tender notice on Find a Tender

Lots

Lot 1 Status: active

Lot 1 Value: GBP 15,000.00

Lot 1 Value (Gross): GBP 18,000.00

Lot 1 Contract Start: 2025-11-17T00:00:00Z

Lot 1 Contract End: 2026-02-28T23:59:59Z

Lot 1 SME Suitable: Yes

Lot 1 Award Criterion (cost): Cost (40%)

Lot 1 Award Criterion (quality): Specific Questions (60%)

Documents

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