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Subtidal Sabellaria spinulosa surveys in The Wash and North Norfolk Coast SAC & Inner Dowsing, Race Bank and North Ridge SAC

NATURAL ENGLAND

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves a tender titled "Subtidal Sabellaria spinulosa surveys in The Wash and North Norfolk Coast SAC & Inner Dowsing, Race Bank and North Ridge SAC" published by Natural England. This tender falls under the marine research services category. It is located in the East of England region and has a total contract value of GBP 37,500. The procurement method is an open procedure with the tender period ending on 28th July 2023 at 17:00 GMT. The contract period is from 1st August 2023 to 1st March 2024.

This tender opportunity presents a chance for businesses, particularly those involved in marine research services, to collaborate with Natural England on assessing S. spinulosa biogenic reefs. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprise sector (VCSE) organisations are encouraged to participate. Interested parties must submit their quotations meeting the RFQ requirements to shannon.mccloskey@naturalengland.org.uk by the deadline. This procurement process offers an opportunity for growth and collaboration in the marine research sector in the East of England region.

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Notice Title

Subtidal Sabellaria spinulosa surveys in The Wash and North Norfolk Coast SAC & Inner Dowsing, Race Bank and North Ridge SAC

Notice Description

The overall aim of this project is to identify and report on the extent, distribution, and quality of S. spinulosa biogenic reefs within Lynn Knock West. The results of this work will contribute to Natural England's overarching monitoring plan for S. spinulosa biogenic reef in WNNC and IDRBNR SACs, inform statutory advice on marine protected areas (MPAs), and assist in the assessment of site condition. Working in collaboration with Natural England, the specific objectives of this contract are to undertake: - A comprehensive acoustic survey of the area via side scan sonar (SSS), followed by analysis to identify suitable ground-truthing stations for further analysis. - Ground-truthing surveys via drop-down video (DDV) and/or the collection of grab samples. - Analysis of ground-truthing data to complete an assessment of reefiness. - Processing of acoustic data to determine reef extent and distribution. - Comprehensive reporting and provision of outputs. Please note that the contract value limits for this opportunity are exclusive of VAT. Additional information: To apply for this opportunity you must submit your quotation meeting the requirements detailed in the Request for Quotation (RFQ) attached. Your response must be sent to shannon.mccloskey@naturalengland.org.uk by 17:00 on 04/08/23. Please ensure that you include georgina.roberts@naturalengland.org.uk in your response. If you have any clarification questions linked to this opportunity or the procurement process please submit these via email to georgina.roberts@naturalengland.org.uk. Please note that, unless commercially sensitive, both the question and the response may be circulated to all tenderers. Please note that the contract value limits for this opportunity are exclusive of VAT. The deadline for this publication has been extended.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5a8b17e6-67c4-4f01-b927-5c2888ad68ed
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73112000 - Marine research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£37,500 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Jul 20232 years ago
Submission Deadline
4 Aug 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
8 Aug 2023 - 1 Mar 2024 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NATURAL ENGLAND
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 3JR
Post Town
South West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

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