National Trust - NI - Woodland Restoration at The Argory

The Argory Estate, County Armagh, Northern Ireland - a 126-hectare historic property with significant areas of ancient and long-established woodland. The National Trust invites tenders for woodland restoration works, focusing on the removal and control of invasive species such as rhododendron ponticum and cherry laurel across designated woodland compartments. The contract includes:

• Initial clearance and disposal of invasive plants
• Follow-up treatments in 2027 and 2028
• Compliance with UK Forestry Standards and best practice guidelines

The Argory's woodlands are a rare and valuable ecological and cultural resource. Mature ancient semi-natural broadleaf woodland covers less than 0.08% of Northern Ireland's land area. This project aims to protect biodiversity, restore habitat quality, and safeguard the historic landscape for future generations.

• Site visit booking deadline: 8 January 2026
• Tender submission deadline: 4 pm, 16 January 2026
• Proposed contract start date: 26 January 2026

Interested? Site visits are essential and must be booked in advance. This opportunity is being conducted on the Proactis Plaza portal. https://supplierlive.proactisp2p.com/

Click on the "Opportunities" button and filter on Customer name - The National Trust All communication is to be carried out via the Proactis portal. Participating Suppliers will bear their own costs, and seek appropriate advice, for the preparation of their response.

Contract Length This contract will run from 26th January 2026 - 22nd March 2028