The provision of Alvaston Park Lake Habitat Improvement Works

To complement and enhance the construction of flood defences a number of environmental improvement works are being undertaken. We are seeking a specialist contractor to undertake the works with proven experience of aquatic working environments and restoration projects.

Works include: Repairs to edges of concrete lined lake. Removal of areas of Norfolk Reeds. Selective tree removal on island. Formation of marginal planting areas around the perimeter and island, supported by re-distribution of silt and aggregate in the lake. Supply and planting of pre-planted coir rolls, marginal plants and reeds. Supply and install bird netting to protect planting areas. Supply and commission solar powered oxygenating pump. Renewal of ornamental shrub planting around lake. Reduce numbers of Canada Geese by preventing eggs hatching. Supply and install interpretation boards.

Please note, suppliers wishing to express interest and obtain the documentation, must do so by 15:00 on 18 February 2018. It is recommended that you express interest and obtain the documentation well before this time to allow sufficient time to prepare and submit a comprehensive response. The deadline for returns is 14:00 on 19 February 2018. Select the 'apply online' link in the bottom right hand corner of this notice, this will transfer you to the Councils e-tendering system https://www.eastmidstenders.org where you can express interest and obtain the documents, (please note we will only accept expressions of interest through the e-tendering system.

Additional information: Please note, suppliers wishing to express interest and obtain the documentation, must do so by 15:00 on 18 February 2018. It is recommended that you express interest and obtain the documentation well before this time to allow sufficient time to prepare and submit a comprehensive response. The deadline for returns is 14:00 on 19 February 2018. Select the 'apply online' link in the bottom right hand corner of this notice, this will transfer you to the Councils e-tendering system https://www.eastmidstenders.org where you can express interest and obtain the documents, (please note we will only accept expressions of interest through the e-tendering system.