URL: https://rds.eppingforestdc.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=4328

Decision Maker: Regulatory Services Portfolio Holder

Outcome:

Is Key Decision?: Yes

Is Callable In?: Yes

Purpose: The existing contract for tree works expired in July 2024 and was extended by 1 year to July 2025. The result of the tendering exercise needs to be approved in accordance with the Councils Procurement Rules.

Content: The existing contract for tree works expired in July 2024 and was extended by 1 year to July 2025. The result of the tendering exercise needs to be approved in accordance with the Councils Procurement Rules. That Essex Tree Care Limited (ETCL) be awarded a 3 year contract, with an option to extend for a further 3 years for tree works across the district for the Tendered Sum of £971,168.00 with an overall price and quality score of 77.7% being the most economically advantageous received. The existing contract for tree works expired in July 2024 and was extended by 1 year to July 2025. The result of the tendering exercise needs to be approved in accordance with the Councils Procurement Rules. None, without a contract in place residents and visitors to the district will be at risk. The Arboricultural contract forms an integral part of the Councils tree risk management.

Date of Decision: June 30, 2025