AMESBURY TOWN COUNCIL has published a procurement opportunity for arboricultural works 2026-2030 with an estimated value of £80,000. The submission deadline is 14 May 2026, giving eligible UK suppliers a limited window to prepare and submit bids through the official Find a Tender portal.

Published on 2026-04-09, this contract is open to suitably qualified suppliers across the United Kingdom. All businesses interested in bidding should review the full tender documentation and confirm they meet all eligibility requirements before the closing date.

Contract overview

Amesbury Town Council is responsible for the maintenance of trees across multiple council-owned sites, including; Lord's Walk, Stockport Avenue, Butterfield Drive, Raleigh Crescent, Boscombe Road, Underwood Drive, Shelter Belt, Lynchet's Field, Church Street, Recreation Road Cemetery, Bonnymead Park, Harvard Park and Archers' Gate/Kings Gate. The Council is seeking to procure services to deliver a 5-year programme of tree maintenance across the sites listed.

AMESBURY TOWN COUNCIL is the contracting authority. The estimated value is £80,000 and the deadline is 14 May 2026. Download the full specification from the official portal before preparing a bid.

Is your business eligible?

This contract is most relevant to maintenance contractors, repair specialists, facilities managers. Suppliers typically need to demonstrate experience delivering similar contracts, appropriate financial standing, and hold relevant trade certifications, public liability insurance.

Under the Procurement Act 2023, AMESBURY TOWN COUNCIL must actively consider SME participation. Check whether this contract has been structured into lots.

• Proven track record in maintenance & repair contracts of comparable scope
• Financial standing appropriate for a £80,000 contract
• Relevant certifications: relevant trade certifications, public liability insurance
• Capacity to mobilise within AMESBURY TOWN COUNCIL’s required timeframe
• Ability to meet the 14 May 2026 submission deadline

How to submit a bid

• Step 1 — Access the notice: Visit Find a Tender at https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032512-2026
• Step 2 — Register free: Create or log in to your supplier account
• Step 3 — Download documents: Read the full ITT before preparing your response
• Step 4 — Raise clarifications: Submit questions early — Q&A typically closes 1–2 weeks before the deadline
• Step 5 — Submit before 14 May 2026: Late submissions are not accepted

What the buyer will evaluate

AMESBURY TOWN COUNCIL will assess all compliant bids against published criteria. Buyers typically apply a 60% quality and 40% price weighting. Under the Procurement Act 2023, social value is a mandatory evaluation criterion.

Writing a winning bid

• Lead with an executive summary addressing AMESBURY TOWN COUNCIL’s objectives directly
• Provide two or more case studies with measurable outcomes from comparable contracts
• Include specific, costed social value commitments
• Price to win but ensure your margin covers full delivery
• Submit at least 24 hours before 14 May 2026

Frequently asked questions

Can SMEs bid for this contract?

Yes. The Procurement Act 2023 requires AMESBURY TOWN COUNCIL to consider SME suitability and remove unnecessary barriers.

Is registration on the portal free?

Yes. Registering as a supplier on Find a Tender is completely free.

What happens if I miss the 14 May 2026 deadline?

Late submissions are not accepted. The deadline is absolute. Submit at least 24 hours early.

Where are the full tender documents?

All documents are on the official Find a Tender listing at https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032512-2026.

This article is for informational purposes only. Always verify all details on the official procurement portal before submitting a bid. Kael Tripton is not affiliated with or endorsed by AMESBURY TOWN COUNCIL or the UK government.