National Trust- NI - Castle Ward Woodland Restoration
THE NATIONAL TRUST FOR PLACES OF HISTORIC INTEREST OR NATURAL BEAUTY · Ireland
Key facts
- Estimated value
- £100,000
- Closing date
- 10 Aug 2026
- Contract starts
- 30 Sep 2026
- Contract ends
- 01 Aug 2028
- Procedure
- Open procedure (below threshold)
- Buyer type
- Local government
- Source
- Contracts Finder
Description
Castle Ward Estate contains a rare and ecologically important area of semi-natural broadleaf woodland within the Strangford Lough AONB. The woodland supports priority habitats and protected species, including red squirrels, pine martens and badgers, making sensitive management and habitat protection essential throughout the restoration programme.
The primary threat to the woodland is the spread of invasive non-native species, particularly cherry laurel and Rhododendron ponticum, which suppress native regeneration and reduce biodiversity. This project aims to restore woodland health through invasive species control, sycamore thinning and enrichment planting of native species, especially hazel, while ensuring compliance with environmental legislation and best practice.
The successful contractor will act as Forest Works Manager and deliver all restoration works between 1 October 2026 and 28 February 2027. This will include invasive species removal, sycamore removal, native planting and site clearance, with all cutting, felling and arisings completed by the end of February 2027. Follow-up invasive species treatments will be required during 2027 and 2028 to ensure long-term restoration success.
Closing date for RFP - 10th August 2026 Deadline fro Queries - 1st August 2026 Award Contract - 19th August 2026
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Categories (CPV)
- 77000000 Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services
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