Tree Supply and Tree Planting Services – Wandsworth and Richmond
Estimated value
—
Awarded value
£8.9m
Suppliers
4
Lots
4
Published
21 Jan 2026
Description
"The Contracting Authorities invite tenders for the provision of Tree Supply and Tree Planting Services across both boroughs. The contract is divided into four lots, each awarded as a single contract: This Authorities seek experienced and capable Lot 1a – Tree Supply Wandsworth Lot 1b – Tree Supply Richmond Lot 2a – Tree Planting and Aftercare Wandsworth Lot 2b – Tree Planting and Aftercare Richmond Each contract will have an initial duration of four (4) years, with the option to extend for up to a further four (4) years. suppliers to deliver high-quality tree stock (ranging from Standard to Heavy Standard size) and professional planting and aftercare services. Trees will be planted across a variety of Council-owned sites, including Highways, Parks, Cemeteries, and Housing Estates, supporting the boroughs’ urban greening and environmental sustainability initiatives."
Scope
- Reference
- 3507
- Commercial tool
- Standalone contract
- Contract dates
- 31 Mar 2026 to 31 Mar 2030Possible extension to 31 Mar 2034
Yes up to an aggregate of 4 years
- CPV classifications
- 03450000773100000345200077313000
- Contract locations
- London, United KingdomLondon, United Kingdom
- Particular suitability
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Award criteria
Criteria the buyer will use to evaluate bids.
| Name | Description | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | This procurement will be conducted in accordance with the Procurement Act 2023, and the contract will be awarded based on the Most Advantageous Tender (MAT). The evaluation will be conducted on a lot-by-lot basis, using weighted criteria to reflect the relative importance of each aspect of the tender. The weightings are as follows: Lot 1a and Lot 1b – Tree Supply Price: 70% Quality: 20% Social Value: 10% These weightings have been selected to ensure a balanced assessment of cost-effectiveness, technical capability, and contribution to social value. All criteria are proportionate and directly linked to the subject matter of the contract. The Quality criterion will assess the bidder’s proposed methodology, experience, and ability to deliver the required outcomes.The Social Value criterion will be evaluated in line with the government's Social Value Model, focusing on low carbon outcomes, waste mangemment and apprenticehips. | price | 70.00% |
| Quality | This procurement will be conducted in accordance with the Procurement Act 2023, and the contract will be awarded based on the Most Advantageous Tender (MAT). The evaluation will be conducted on a lot-by-lot basis, using weighted criteria to reflect the relative importance of each aspect of the tender. The weightings are as follows: Lot 1a and Lot 1b – Tree Supply Price: 70% Quality: 20% Social Value: 10% These weightings have been selected to ensure a balanced assessment of cost-effectiveness, technical capability, and contribution to social value. All criteria are proportionate and directly linked to the subject matter of the contract. The Quality criterion will assess the bidder’s proposed methodology, experience, and ability to deliver the required outcomes.The Social Value criterion will be evaluated in line with the government's Social Value Model, focusing on low carbon outcomes, waste mangemment and apprenticehips. | quality | 20.00% |
| Social Value | This procurement will be conducted in accordance with the Procurement Act 2023, and the contract will be awarded based on the Most Advantageous Tender (MAT). The evaluation will be conducted on a lot-by-lot basis, using weighted criteria to reflect the relative importance of each aspect of the tender. The weightings are as follows: Lot 1a and Lot 1b – Tree Supply Price: 70% Quality: 20% Social Value: 10% These weightings have been selected to ensure a balanced assessment of cost-effectiveness, technical capability, and contribution to social value. All criteria are proportionate and directly linked to the subject matter of the contract. The Quality criterion will assess the bidder’s proposed methodology, experience, and ability to deliver the required outcomes.The Social Value criterion will be evaluated in line with the government's Social Value Model, focusing on low carbon outcomes, waste mangemment and apprenticehips. | quality | 10.00% |
| Price | This procurement will be conducted in accordance with the Procurement Act 2023, and the contract will be awarded based on the Most Advantageous Tender (MAT). The evaluation will be conducted on a lot-by-lot basis, using weighted criteria to reflect the relative importance of each aspect of the tender. The weightings are as follows: Lot 2a and Lot 2b – Tree Planting and Aftercare Price: 60% Quality: 30% Social Value: 10% These weightings have been selected to ensure a balanced assessment of cost-effectiveness, technical capability, and contribution to social value. All criteria are proportionate and directly linked to the subject matter of the contract. The Quality criterion will assess the bidder’s proposed methodology, experience, and ability to deliver the required outcomes.The Social Value criterion will be evaluated in line with the government's Social Value Model, focusing on low carbon outcomes, waste mangemment and apprenticehips. | price | 60.00% |
| Quality | This procurement will be conducted in accordance with the Procurement Act 2023, and the contract will be awarded based on the Most Advantageous Tender (MAT). The evaluation will be conducted on a lot-by-lot basis, using weighted criteria to reflect the relative importance of each aspect of the tender. The weightings are as follows: Lot 2a and Lot 2b – Tree Planting and Aftercare Price: 60% Quality: 30% Social Value: 10% These weightings have been selected to ensure a balanced assessment of cost-effectiveness, technical capability, and contribution to social value. All criteria are proportionate and directly linked to the subject matter of the contract. The Quality criterion will assess the bidder’s proposed methodology, experience, and ability to deliver the required outcomes.The Social Value criterion will be evaluated in line with the government's Social Value Model, focusing on low carbon outcomes, waste mangemment and apprenticehips. | quality | 30.00% |
| Social Value | This procurement will be conducted in accordance with the Procurement Act 2023, and the contract will be awarded based on the Most Advantageous Tender (MAT). The evaluation will be conducted on a lot-by-lot basis, using weighted criteria to reflect the relative importance of each aspect of the tender. The weightings are as follows: Lot 2a and Lot 2b – Tree Planting and Aftercare Price: 60% Quality: 30% Social Value: 10% These weightings have been selected to ensure a balanced assessment of cost-effectiveness, technical capability, and contribution to social value. All criteria are proportionate and directly linked to the subject matter of the contract. The Quality criterion will assess the bidder’s proposed methodology, experience, and ability to deliver the required outcomes.The Social Value criterion will be evaluated in line with the government's Social Value Model, focusing on low carbon outcomes, waste mangemment and apprenticehips. | quality | 10.00% |
Submission & procedure
- Procedure
- Open procedure
Award details· 4 awards
Awarded supplier(s), contract period and value as published in the award notice.
Awarded value
£805k
Award date
21 Jan 2026
Contract start
31 Mar 2026
Contract end
31 Mar 2030
Lots · 4 total
Divisions of the contract. Each lot can be awarded separately.
| Lot | Title | Est. value | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lot1a Tree Supply Wandsworth | £1.1m | complete |
| 1b | Lot 1b – Tree Supply Richmond | £1.4m | complete |
| 2 | Lot 2a – Tree Planting and Aftercare Wandsworth | £910k | complete |
| 2b | Lot 2b – Tree Planting and Aftercare Richmond | £4.2m | complete |
Award 1· 1 supplier
Awarded 21 Jan 2026 · Contract period 31 Mar 2026 — 31 Mar 2030
Award 2· 1 supplier
Awarded 21 Jan 2026 · Contract period 31 Mar 2026 — 31 Mar 2030
Award 3· 1 supplier
Awarded 21 Jan 2026 · Contract period 31 Mar 2026 — 31 Mar 2030
Award 4· 1 supplier
Awarded 21 Jan 2026 · Contract period 31 Mar 2026 — 31 Mar 2030
Total lots
4
Awarded
4
Estimated total
£7.6m
Awarded total
£8.9m
Lot1a Tree Supply Wandsworth
Start
31 Mar 2026
End
31 Mar 2030
Estimated
£1.1m
CPV
Lot 1b – Tree Supply Richmond
Start
31 Mar 2026
End
31 Mar 2030
Estimated
£1.4m
CPV
Lot 2a – Tree Planting and Aftercare Wandsworth
Start
31 Mar 2026
End
31 Mar 2030
Estimated
£910k
CPV
Lot 2b – Tree Planting and Aftercare Richmond
Start
31 Mar 2026
End
31 Mar 2030
Estimated
£4.2m
CPV
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|---|---|---|---|
| Horticultural Supply of Trees Framework | contract | — | 22 Dec 2025 |
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| Supply and Delivery of Horticultural / Trees, Plants and Seeds and Ground Maintenance Materials | contract | — | 29 Mar 2023 |
| QU553 - Supply of Oak Trees - AWARD | contract | £52k | 18 Feb 2022 |