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21 Jul 2026 at 09:03

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "Evaluation of Impacts on the Conservation features of protected sites within the North Chilterns" was managed by Natural England. The industry category is research services, with a focus on environmental conservation within the South East region of the United Kingdom. The tender, identified as PRAPS091, is now at the award stage, having been awarded on 13th March 2026 to Lepus Consulting Ltd for £24,740. The contract period lasted from 16th March 2026 to 31st March 2026. The procurement method utilised was selective, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement, ensuring targeted and qualified suppliers were considered.

This tender presents significant opportunities for Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) involved in environmental consulting and research services. Businesses with expertise in conservation impact assessments and familiarity with the designated sites, such as Smithcombe, Sharpenhoe, and Sundon Hills, are well-positioned to leverage such contracts to bolster their credentials and expand their project portfolios. Being awarded through a framework agreement suggests an emphasis on fostering quality partnerships with competent suppliers, thus promising potential future engagements with Natural England for similar projects.

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Notice Title

Evaluation of Impacts on the Conservation features of protected sites within the North Chilterns

Notice Description

Evaluation of Impacts on the Conservation features of protected sites within the North Chilterns including; Smithcombe, Sharpenhoe and Sundon Hills SSSI, Barton Hills SSSI/NNR, Pegsdon and Deacon Hills SSSI, and Knocking Hoe SSSI/NNR.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-21226b75-55da-45a1-b319-13bab2b1513d
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cd8149fc-9830-47d9-84dc-6483fd4bf5c5
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73110000 - Research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£24,740 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£24,740 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
13 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Mar 20264 months ago
Contract Period
16 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2026 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
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
YORK
Postcode
YO1 7PX
Post Town
York
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE2 North Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE21 York
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)

Local Authority
York
Electoral Ward
Guildhall
Westminster Constituency
York Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

LEPUS CONSULTING

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