DPS1 1390 - Park Pruning Works
London Borough of HaringeyEstimated Value
Up to £90,000
Deadline
25 June 2026
14 days remaining
Published
9 June 2026
Type
services
Overview
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AI Analysis
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This is a framework agreement (called a DPS, or Dynamic Purchasing System) for tree and shrub pruning services in parks managed by a UK government body. Instead of a one-off contract, successful bidders will be added to an approved supplier list and invited to bid on individual pruning jobs as they arise.
Requirements
- No specific requirements listed in the notice — check the full tender documents.
- Likely to require: Public Liability Insurance (minimum £6-10 million typical for grounds work)
- Likely to require: Arboricultural qualifications or certified tree surgeons
- Likely to require: Health & Safety compliance (COSHH, risk assessments)
- Check tender documents for: Environmental/ecological certifications (e.g. protected species handling)
Key Tasks & Deliverables
- Prune trees and shrubs in parks to specified health and safety standards
- Remove dead, diseased, or overgrown branches from park vegetation
- Dispose of or manage green waste (chipping, composting, or removal)
- Maintain park aesthetics and tree health through seasonal pruning
- Respond to urgent pruning calls (e.g. storm damage, safety hazards)
How to Read This Tender
- 1A DPS is NOT a guaranteed contract — you're buying the right to bid on future jobs. Read how the call-off process works (how you'll be invited to quote on individual tasks).
- 2Check the 'Framework Period' — this tells you how long you're on the approved list (typically 2-4 years). Budget accordingly for maintaining insurance and certifications.
- 3Look for 'Estimated Value' or 'Anticipated Call-offs' — this shows roughly how much work might be available, but it's not guaranteed.
- 4Find the 'Evaluation Criteria' section — understand how bids on actual jobs will be scored (price, speed, quality, local employment, etc.).
- 5Identify the 'Call-off Process' — will you be asked for sealed bids, quickquote online portals, or direct negotiation? This affects how fast you need to respond.
Tips for Small Businesses
- DPS contracts suit small tree surgeons or grounds maintenance firms — you only need capacity for jobs as they're offered, not a permanent team. Consider partnering with a larger firm if you lack capacity for larger jobs.
- Check if social value is scored — mention local employment, apprenticeships, or community engagement (e.g. school volunteering) in your tender. This can give SMEs a competitive edge over big contractors.
- Subcontracting is common here — even if you're not a specialist arboricultrist, you could bid as a general grounds maintenance firm and subcontract the technical pruning to a qualified specialist, as long as you disclose this upfront.
Likely incumbents
Suppliers who won similar work from this buyer in the last 5 years.
- 1
Liam McGough Tree Servces
1 contract wonlatest 9 Jun 2026ends 3 Oct 2026£20,000
total awarded
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London Borough of HaringeyKey Dates
Published
9 June 2026
Submission deadline
25 June 2026
Notice type
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