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Tender for the provision of a biodiversity report

EREWASH BOROUGH COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

29 Apr 2025 at 09:40

Award Notice
TenderAmendment

14 Jan 2025 at 11:27

Tender Notice
Tender

13 Jan 2025 at 12:11

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, initiated by Erewash Borough Council, involves a tender for the provision of a biodiversity report titled "Tender for the provision of a biodiversity report". This contract falls under the environmental services category (CPV code 90700000) and targets the East Midlands region of the United Kingdom. The process has progressed through the award stage as of 29th April 2025, with the contract awarded to Lepus Consulting Ltd. Key dates include the completion of the tender process by 10th February 2025, with the contract active from 1st May 2025 to 31st December 2025. The procurement method used was open, suitable for SMEs and VCSEs, highlighting an open procedure approach under the threshold.

This tender represents a significant business opportunity, particularly for companies proficient in environmental services and consultancy with a focus on biodiversity conservation. SMEs and VCSEs are encouraged to take advantage of this opportunity, as the contract not only provides a financial boost (£26,430 value) but also positions successful bidders to establish themselves as sustainable development leaders. Businesses located in or willing to work in the East Midlands are well-suited to compete, as this project aligns with regional and national biodiversity goals, thus supporting growth and enhanced industry presence. Erewash Borough Council's initiative fosters collaboration with experienced entities committed to ecological preservation, offering both economic and environmental benefits.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Tender for the provision of a biodiversity report

Notice Description

The Council is seeking a suitably skilled and experienced Contractor to help establish its biodiversity objectives (to conserve and enhance biodiversity) and to complete the first biodiversity report. Full details can be found within the invitation to tender documents. Deadline for return of completed tenders is 12pm on Monday 10th February 2025. Additional information: This procurement is being managed electronically. In order to express interest and download the tender documents please go to the link above.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-1a5b0002-93f1-4739-8d5b-b4aaff9b3150
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ca899881-f883-43a7-887a-60b414911060
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

CPV Codes

90700000 - Environmental services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£30,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£26,430 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Apr 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
10 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Apr 202510 months ago
Contract Period
30 Apr 2025 - 31 Dec 2025 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
EREWASH BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
ILKESTON
Postcode
DE7 5RP
Post Town
Derby
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF13 South and West Derbyshire
Delivery Location
TLF East Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Erewash
Electoral Ward
Little Hallam
Westminster Constituency
Erewash

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

LEPUS CONSULTING

Further Information

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