Tender

Attribute survey of Block 73 of East England Forest District

FORESTRY COMMISSION

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Summary of the contracting process

The Forestry Commission is currently engaged in a tender process titled "Attribute survey of Block 73 of East England Forest District," which falls under the forestry management services sector. The procurement is ongoing and will conclude on 8th September 2017, with a contract period running from 25th September 2017 to 28th February 2018. The estimated value of this contract is £11,000, and services will be delivered in the South East region of the United Kingdom. Interested bidders can obtain further information by contacting Liz Richardson at the Forestry Commission by the deadline date.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) specializing in surveying and forestry services to expand their business portfolio. Companies proficient in data collection, environmental assessment, and compliance with biosecurity guidelines would be well-positioned to compete for this contract. The precise nature of the work required, including plot navigation and species recording, reflects a growing need for expertise in sustainable forestry practices, enabling successful bidders to establish a lasting relationship with the Forestry Commission.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Attribute survey of Block 73 of East England Forest District

Notice Description

Attribute survey plots will be established and assessed following the method based on both the Forest Mensuration handbook 2006 and the Forestry Commission Survey Handbook, 3rd edition 2007. The method will include: Plot navigation, numbering and size choice: Circular plots will always be used of the same size Marking plot centres and plot trees. Data collection to include: Species Planting year Stocking Top Height Original planting spacing Open ground Map changes Data presentation will include: The field form, map and AP will be stapled together and returned. All documentation will be filled in a clear and legible way Grid references will be supplied for all plots All species will be recorded, the use of MC and MB is not permitted unless classified as a very minor component (less than 5 percent) All calculation will be completed and recorded accurately Remarks pertinent to each plot will be recorded Each component will be accounted for in general comments Each sub-compartment will be noted as thinned Yes or No Biosecurity guidelines will be complied with All paper work will be returned to Forest Research, Fineshade Any major map anomalies will be noted Additional information: For further enquiries regarding this contract please contact Liz Richardson no later than 2pm on 8th September 2017 at liz.richardson@forestry.gsi.gov.uk

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-0e5ba673-9a8a-4c5e-9123-736a1355dd67
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/571987da-d22a-4d65-a2c3-7b4ac863abaf
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other -
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

77231000 - Forestry management services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£11,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Aug 20178 years ago
Submission Deadline
8 Sep 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
24 Sep 2017 - 28 Feb 2018 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
FORESTRY COMMISSION
Contact Name
Liz Richardson
Contact Email
liz.richardson@forestry.gsi.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
CORBY
Postcode
NN17 3BB
Post Town
Northampton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF25 North Northamptonshire
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)
Local Authority
North Northamptonshire
Electoral Ward
Oundle
Westminster Constituency
Corby and East Northamptonshire

Further Information

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