Forestry Commission · Awarded contract
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Award of Ride Swiping Contract for Sandlings Beat Forestry Areas

Awarded 07 Aug 2016

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Awarded07 Aug 2016
Value£70,000.00
RegionEast of England
CategoryAgriculture & Farming
Ended 7y 3mo ago2y 12mo term
Awarded 7 Aug 2016Expired 6 Aug 2019

The Forestry Commission awarded a contract to Silvicultural Systems Ltd for swiping rides, paths, and open areas in the Sandlings Beat area across Suffolk, North Essex, and East Cambridgeshire, including Rendlesham Forest, Tunstall Forest, Theberton Wood, and several woods in North Essex and East Cambridgeshire.

The work facilitates public access, access for work and emergency vehicles, supports conservation objectives, and enhances deer culling opportunities.

The contract value is £70,000.

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