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Wild Purbeck Rhododendron and Scrub Removal

Forestry Commission

Forestry Commission in the United Kingdom is inviting bids for “Wild Purbeck Rhododendron and Scrub Removal”. Bids close on 27 October 2026, 12:00 GMT; the estimated value is £479,999. Who can bid: An experienced contractor able to work safely in woodland and environmentally sensitive sites. askTender lists every requirement to qualify and checks whether your company meets them.

The tender in brief

Rhododendron and scrub clearance in Wild Purbeck, Dorset, for contractors with trained staff and specialist machinery

Forestry England needs a contractor to remove rhododendron and scrub in the Wild Purbeck area of the South Forest District. The seasonal vegetation clearance must run in the 2026/27 season, starting November 2026, and the contract is limited to 6 months. The estimated value is £479,999 excluding VAT.

Who can win it

  • An experienced contractor able to work safely in woodland and environmentally sensitive sites

Key facts

Estimated value
£479,999
Contract period
6 months, from 23 November 2026 to 1 April 2027
How bids are judged
60% quality, 40% price
Published
02 Oct 2026

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