Provision of Hive Side Training
Estimated value
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Awarded value
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Suppliers
1
Lots
3
Published
19 Jan 2026
Description
Provision of Hive Side Training as part of the Healthy Bees Plan. Through the provision of hive side training the awarded contractor will provide training to intermediate hobbyist beekeepers to teach beekeepers how to recognise pests and diseases and ensure good husbandry practices. The requirement is separated into three lots covering three regions: Lot 1: North of England and Midlands. Lot 2: South of England. Lot 3: Wales Note on start date: the contract start date was 9/1/26
Scope
- Reference
- C32606
- Commercial tool
- Standalone contract
- Contract dates
- 01 Jan 2026 to 30 Nov 2026Possible extension to 30 Nov 2029
Subject to success in year 1 and ongoing budget approval
- CPV classifications
- 805312007711000077100000805400001664000080530000805310008051000077000000
- 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Technical | — | quality | 50.00% |
| Commercial | — | price | 50.00% |
Participation
Conditions suppliers must meet to bid.
As set out in the bidder pack.
Submission & procedure
- Procedure
- Competitive flexible procedure
Award details
Awarded supplier(s), contract period and value as published in the award notice.
Awarded value
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Award date
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Contract start
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Contract end
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Lots · 3 total
Divisions of the contract. Each lot can be awarded separately.
| Lot | Title | Est. value | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lot 1: North of England and Midlands | £135k | complete |
| 2 | Lot 2: South of England. | £135k | complete |
| 3 | Lot 3 Wales | £135k | complete |