Conifer Removal - Peatland Restoration

Concepts

• scrub removal work
• betws y coed
• uwch conwy catchment
• removal of conifers
• removal of the conifers
• conifer removal
• peatland restoration
• first phase of works
• uwch conwy project
• rhododendron ponticum

Location

Betws y Coed

Description

The Uwch Conwy Project, through the Tir Afon funding are looking to improve the condition of blanket bog at a number locations in the Uwch Conwy Catchment. This first phase of works will involve the removal of conifers and other species at seven remote upland location between the Autumn 2021 and January 2022. Removal of the conifers will depend on their size and will be by hand pulling or felling by saw or chainsaw as appropriate. Where Rhododendron ponticum are to be removed the immediate application of the relevant chemicals to the stump is also required.

Total Quantity or Scope

This RFP1 assesses your company’s: - financial and economic strengths - eligibility - technical and/or professional capability - proposed solutions - cultural fit with the Trust In your response to the RFP1, you will need to demonstrate that you have the appropriate qualities and resources to deliver the Opportunity successfully.

CPV Codes

• 45111220 - Scrub-removal work

Indicators

• Bids should cover the whole contract.
• Renewals are not available.
• Award on basis of price and quality.

Other Information

NOTE: To register your interest in this notice and obtain any additional information please visit the Sell2Wales Web Site at https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=113748. The Contractor shall ensure that all contracts with Subcontractors and Suppliers which the Contractor intends to procure following the Award date, and which the Contractor has not, before the date of this Contract, already planned to award to a particular Subcontractor or Supplier, are advertised through the Sell2Wales portal (www.sell2wales.gov.wales) and awarded following a fair, open, transparent and competitive process proportionate to the nature and value of the contract. Under the terms of this contract the successful supplier(s) will be required to deliver Community Benefits in support of the authority’s economic and social objectives. Accordingly, contract performance conditions may relate in particular to social and environmental considerations. The Community Benefits included in this contract are: Buying from the third sector including supported businesses where possible (WA Ref:113748)