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DISCOVER TRANQUILLITY: Engaging People

NATURAL ENGLAND

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Summary of the contracting process

Natural England is inviting bids for the project titled "DISCOVER TRANQUILLITY: Engaging People" in the research and development services and related consultancy services category. This project involves conducting a public perception survey focused on tranquillity factors, with a contract period from January to May 2024. The deadline for submissions is 12:00 on 19/01/2024, and the contract period is from 29/01/2024 to 20/05/2024. The procurement method is an open procedure with a minimum value of £29,000 and a total value of £33,333.

This tender opportunity with Natural England is suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprise (VCSE) organisations. Businesses with experience in research, engaging people, and analysis of qualitative data would be well-suited to compete. The project aims to inform the development of a national map of relative tranquillity, creating growth opportunities for businesses involved in research and consultancy services. Interested parties should submit their quotations meeting the requirements detailed in the Request for Quotation (RFQ) to chris.bolton@naturalengland.org.uk.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

DISCOVER TRANQUILLITY: Engaging People

Notice Description

This project is the first phase of research, which will focus on preparing and implementing a public perception survey to gather contemporary views about tranquillity (eg what makes a place tranquil and what detracts from it). This will require the development of a Participatory Appraisal approach and techniques that inform an up to date understanding of factors that contribute to people's experience of tranquillity. The project will require experience and skills in engaging people (including some focus groups); also gathering and analysis of qualitative data. The project will run from January to May 2024 working closely with Natural England, CPRE and other stakeholders. It is envisaged that this project will inform a further phase of work to develop a national map of relative tranquillity. 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 chris.bolton@naturalengland.org.uk by 12 midday on 02/02/2024. If you have any clarification questions linked to this opportunity or the procurement process please submit these via email to chris.bolton@naturalengland.org.uk. Please note that, unless commercially sensitive, both the question and the response will be circulated to all tenderers.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-1ac03a63-8029-4d2c-811a-75d2f0020c2c
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/577da0bc-383d-432d-94e3-f7c8f9c4b391
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

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£33,333 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Jan 20242 years ago
Submission Deadline
2 Feb 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
12 Feb 2024 - 20 May 2024 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
NATURAL ENGLAND
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BRIDGWATER
Postcode
TA6 4YS
Post Town
Taunton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK62 Somerset
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Somerset
Electoral Ward
Bridgwater North & Central
Westminster Constituency
Bridgwater

Further Information

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