Hog Cliff NNR Glebe Farm Deer fencing

Concepts

• fencing work
• dorchester
• deer fence
• fence line
• https://cdn.forestresearch.gov.uk/2006/03/fctg002.pdf parsons close field fence
• hog cliff nnr glebe farm deer fencing
• deer fencing specification
• general deer fencing specification
• nnr
• deer

Location

Description

The specification and site location details are also set out in the attached Maps. Approximately 962 metres of deer fence, 2 x 12ft deer field gates, 4 x deer pedestrian gates as per specifications below. General Deer Fencing Specification in line with Forestry Commission guidance found at: https://cdn.forestresearch.gov.uk/2006/03/fctg002.pdf Parsons Close field fence to exclude Sika, Fallow, Roe and Muntjac. Fence height - 1800mm Maximum mesh size - 80mm x 80mm up to 1500mm of fence height Intermediate Stakes - chestnut, 2.6m x 8-10cm Strainers/turning posts - chestnut, 3m x 15-18cm Maximum stake spacing - 5 metres Tensioned top and bottom support wires to prevent mesh from sagging. Gate hanging and slamming posts chestnut square or round, minimum dimensions: 3m x 18cm minimum. Not to be used as strainers. 2 x Field Gates must exclude all deer species above and be constructed from treated softwood timber. Height 1800mm and be minimum 3660mm wide. Can be single gate or pair, but pair must be secured in the centre (e.g. by drop bolts). Must be able to be secured with padlock. 4 x Pedestrian gates must be self-closing, with a lockable latch and open within kissing gate enclosure. Constructed from treated softwood timber, 1800mm high and minimum 900mm wide. Some light scrub removal and/or topping will be required along fence line (to be confirmed with NE staff after contract awarded).

Award Detail

CPV Codes

• 45342000 - Erection of fencing

Indicators

• Contract is suitable for SMEs.

Other Information

To apply for this opportunity you must submit your quotation meeting the requirements detailed in the Request for Quotation (RFQ) attached. Your response must be sent to tom.sunderland@naturalengland.org.uk 5pm on 04/10/24. If you have any clarification questions linked to this opportunity or the procurement process please submit these via email to tom.sunderland@naturalengland.org.uk or will.weldon@naturalengland.org.uk. Please note that, unless commercially sensitive, both the question and the response will be circulated to all tenderers. NE_Commercial Response basic.docx RFQ Request for Quote Hog Cliff NNR Glebe Farm deer fencing 2024.docx Order Form NE Standard Goods & Services Terms and Conditions Hog Cliff Deer fencing contract.docx Specification template Hog Cliff NNR Glebe Farm Deer fencing 2024.docx Deer Fencing 2024.pdf Order Form NE Standard Goods & Services Terms and Conditions Hog Cliff Deer fencing contract_Redacted.pdf