Little Sea, Studland - carp control

THE NATIONAL TRUST FOR PLACES OF HISTORIC INTEREST OR NATURAL BEAUTY

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Summary of the contracting process

The National Trust for Places of Historic Interest or Natural Beauty is inviting proposals for a contract titled "Little Sea, Studland - carp control" as part of a larger conservation effort funded by a Natural England Conservation Enhancement Scheme. This project falls under the industry category of Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural, and apicultural services and is located on the Studland Peninsula within the Purbeck Heaths National Nature Reserve. Currently in the tender stage, this procurement process utilises an open procedure and is accepting applications until 30th May 2025. The contract commences on 1st July 2025 and is slated to end on 31st May 2029, with a total estimated value of £70,000.

This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses specialising in environmental services, particularly those with expertise and experience in working with sensitive habitats. Given the suitability criteria, small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to apply, as the process seeks specialists capable of delivering effective carp control solutions. Firms with a proven track record in similar ecological interventions could expand their portfolios and enhance their business prospects through successful delivery of this project. With the explicit requirement for work in protected sites, interested parties will need to demonstrate their capability and experience in managing such sensitive projects effectively.

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Little Sea, Studland - carp control

THE NATIONAL TRUST FOR PLACES OF HISTORIC INTEREST OR NATURAL BEAUTY

Contract Timeline

Publication Date

25th April 2025 16:41:53 PM

Tender Deadline

30th May 2025 11:00:00 AM 12 days remaining
Contract Summary

A request for proposal to control non-native invasive Carp in a 33ha freshwater lake known as Little Sea on the Studland Peninsula, located within the Purbeck Heaths National Nature Reserve. This four year contract is part of a project funded by a Natural England Conservation Enhancement Scheme. The removal of Carp by specialist contractors has been undertaken since 2014, with over 4 tonnes of fish removed from the lake to date. Contractors will be chosen based on capacity, capability, relevant experience including of working in sensitive habitats on protected sites, proposed solution and cost. Full details including how to apply are in the attached Request for Proposals document.
Contract Details

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Publication Source

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Procurement Stage

Tender

Procurement Method

Open

Procurement Method Details

Open Procedure (below Threshold)

Procurement Category

Works

Tender Suitability

SME

Framework / DPS
Contract Classification

CPV Code(s)

77000000

CPV Division(s)

77 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services
Awarding Authority

THE NATIONAL TRUST FOR PLACES OF HISTORIC INTEREST OR NATURAL BEAUTY

Buyer Name

Ben Cooke

Buyer Email

ben.cooke@nationaltrust.org.uk

Buyer Phone

07825203021

Buyer Address

Purbeck Office, Currendon Farm, Currendon Hill

Swanage

BH19 3AA

England

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Little Sea, Studland - carp control

THE NATIONAL TRUST FOR PLACES OF HISTORIC INTEREST OR NATURAL BEAUTY

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