Tree Works in our Public Parks and Open Spaces within Taunton

Taunton Town Council

Published: Jun 2, 2026

Updated: Jun 5, 2026

Source: uk_contracts_finder

About This Opportunity

This is a works contract in the agriculture and food security sector. Located in United Kingdom, Europe, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums, with an estimated budget of GBP 30,000. Proposals must be submitted before July 13, 2026.

Published through UK Contracts Finder, a national government procurement portal. Public procurement tenders follow the country's national bidding regulations and may have specific eligibility and documentation requirements for civil works in the agriculture and food security sector. Works contracts of this nature generally require demonstrated experience in similar infrastructure projects, adequate equipment and technical personnel, and financial capacity including bank guarantees. Interested parties should review the full documentation on the original source before submitting their proposal.

Description

Tree works, including but not limited to felling, reducing and clearing, to be carried out during business hours. This does not include emergency or out of hours works. The contractor must possess, maintain, and have access to all necessary equipment to effectively and safely execute tree work during business hours. This includes, but is not limited to: Vehicles - Robust 4x4 vehicles suitable for park access (with appropriate clearance/permissions), fully insured and equipped with secure storage and lighting. Chainsaw - A range of professional chainsaws(ground and climbing saws) with appropriate guide bars for large and small material, and spare parts. Access, Climbing - Full set of specialist climbing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including harnesses, ropes, friction devices, and emergency descent/rescue equipment. Lifting, Rigging - Rigging equipment (slings, blocks, ropes, port-a-wraps) and winches (vehicle-mounted or manual) for securing and controlling large/fallen timber. Lighting - High-intensity, self-powered lighting towers/generators for safe work visibility during night-time operations. Welfare, Safety - Full Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for all crew (helmets, visors, chainsaw trousers, boots, hearing protection), mobile welfare facilities, and traffic management signage/cones. Clearance - Woodchipper and/or tipper truck/trailer capacity suitable for immediate removal or large volumes of timber and brushwood.. CPV: Trees (03452000). Procedure: Open procedure (below threshold). Suitable for SMEs

Data provenance

This notice is sourced from UK Contracts Finder and was originally published on June 2, 2026. Last refreshed today. Reference: MT237462. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.

About Taunton Town Council

Taunton Town Council has issued 8 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 4 currently open and 4 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Governance & Public Administration, Construction & Civil Works, and Agriculture & Food Security. All notices are published for United Kingdom. Notices are distributed via UK FTS - Find a Tender Service and UK Contracts Finder. Most recent publication: June 3, 2026.

Frequently asked questions about this tender

Who is the contracting authority?

This notice was issued by Taunton Town Council in United Kingdom. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.

What type of contract is this?

This is a Works contract in the Agriculture & Food Security sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.

What is the estimated budget?

The estimated contract value is £30,000 - £30,000. Bidders should ensure their proposals are consistent with this range and account for any local taxes and contract execution costs.

Where will the contract be performed?

The contract is for delivery in United Kingdom. Foreign bidders should review local registration, taxation, and any in-country presence requirements before submitting.

How can I submit a bid?

Visit UK Contracts Finder to access the full notice, required documents, and submission instructions. Quote reference MT237462 when communicating with the contracting authority.

When does this tender close?

The submission deadline is July 13, 2026. You have 38 days left to prepare and submit your proposal to the contracting authority.