DPS1 1392 Highway Pruning
London Borough of HaringeyEstimated Value
Up to £90,000
Deadline
2 July 2026
21 days remaining
Published
10 June 2026
Type
services
Overview
DPS1 1392 Highway Pruning \r \r
AI Analysis
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This is a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for highway tree pruning and maintenance services across the UK. The buyer is looking for qualified contractors to prune, trim, and maintain trees along highways on an as-needed basis throughout the contract period.
Requirements
- Must be registered on the DPS (Dynamic Purchasing System) — this is a pre-qualification framework, not a one-off tender
- Likely require Arboricultural Qualifications (National Diploma in Arboriculture or equivalent)
- Insurance requirements — typically £10 million public liability minimum for highway work
- Must comply with Health and Safety at Work regulations and highway safety standards
- Ability to work on live roads with traffic management
- Check full tender documents for specific safety certifications and equipment requirements
Key Tasks & Deliverables
- Prune and trim trees alongside highways to maintain visibility and safety
- Remove dead, diseased, or dangerous branches from roadside trees
- Clear overhanging vegetation blocking road signs and street lights
- Respond to emergency callouts for fallen trees or storm damage on highways
- Dispose of green waste and debris in compliance with environmental regulations
- Maintain records of work completed for audit and safety purposes
How to Read This Tender
- 1A DPS is not a traditional tender — it's a 'standing list' of pre-approved suppliers. You apply to join the framework first, then the client calls you off when they need work. Read whether this is an open call to join or if it's already closed.
- 2Look for the 'Contract Period' — this tells you how long you'd be on the DPS (often 2-4 years). Work isn't guaranteed; you're simply eligible to bid when jobs arise.
- 3Highway work means strict safety rules. Find sections on traffic management, working hours, and environmental compliance. Non-compliance can lead to contract termination.
- 4Check if this is a 'call-off' contract (you're invited to bid on specific jobs) or 'framework' (you're pre-qualified and wait for work). The payment structure depends on this.
- 5Look for the 'call-off procedure' section — it explains how quickly you need to quote and how jobs are allocated (usually first-come-first-served or competitive mini-tenders).
Tips for Small Businesses
- As a small arb business, joining a DPS gives you regular access to work without bidding on every single job. However, there's no guaranteed volume — have cash reserves for slower periods.
- Subcontracting opportunity: If you're not on the DPS, contact local arboriculture contractors who are and offer to do the fieldwork. They may lack capacity and happy to outsource.
- Social value scoring matters on highway contracts. Highlight any local employment, apprenticeships, or environmental benefits (e.g., habitat creation during pruning, recycling of wood chips). This can be a deciding factor.
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
Liam McGough Tree Servces is the most likely incumbent based on recency and category match. To win, bidders typically need a clearly differentiated proposition or a price advantage.
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Buyer Profile
London Borough of HaringeyKey Dates
Published
10 June 2026
Submission deadline
2 July 2026
Notice type
Contract
Source
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