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Norfolk and Suffolk Wetland Investigation. Group 4 Norfolk River Valleys

NATURAL ENGLAND

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29 Feb 2024 at 12:53

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26 Sep 2023 at 07:46

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07 Sep 2023 at 08:36

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Norfolk and Suffolk Wetland Investigation" project, led by Natural England, involves conducting ecohydrological assessments for SSSI wetland sites in Norfolk and Suffolk. The tender, with the title "NSWI_2023_GP4 NRV," falls under the industry category of research and development consultancy services. This project is located in the East of England region. The procurement stage is currently in the active status, with the contract period expected to begin on October 14, 2023, and end on January 31, 2025. The deadline for tender submissions is September 29, 2023.

This tender by Natural England presents an opportunity for businesses, especially those specialised in research and development consultancy services, to contribute to ecohydrological assessments in Norfolk and Suffolk. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprise (VCSE) organisations are well-suited to compete for this contract. Businesses interested in environmental conservation and ecohydrology services would find this tender an excellent growth opportunity to engage in impactful projects with a significant environmental focus.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Norfolk and Suffolk Wetland Investigation. Group 4 Norfolk River Valleys

Notice Description

Norfolk and Suffolk are among the most water stressed areas of the country and have a high proportion of the country's water dependent priority habitats such as Alkaline Fens. A consistent evidence-based approach to water resource and quality management at ecohydrological scales is required to protect and restore these habitats. This contract is one of a series to provide up to date ecohydrological function and pressure assessments for SSSI wetland sites across Norfolk and Suffolk. Desk based work should start as soon as possible, with field work anticipated predominantly in 2024. Final reports should be submitted by 31st January 2025. 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 nikolas.bertholdt@naturalengland.org.uk by 5pm on 29/09/2023. If you have any clarification questions linked to this opportunity or the procurement process please submit these via email to nikolas.bertholdt@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
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Publication Source
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Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6b2b731b-e502-4df4-8b3d-b24d5a1f8582
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

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£49,999 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£28,376 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Feb 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
29 Sep 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Nov 20232 years ago
Contract Period
13 Nov 2023 - 31 Jan 2025 1-2 years
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
NATURAL ENGLAND
Contact Name
Nikolas Bertholdt
Contact Email
nikolas.bertholdt@naturalengland.org.uk
Contact Phone
01233 812525

Buyer Location

Locality
NORWICH
Postcode
NR3 1UB
Post Town
Norwich
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH5 Norfolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH51 Norwich and East Norfolk
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Norwich
Electoral Ward
Thorpe Hamlet
Westminster Constituency
Norwich South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SHEFFIELD WETLAND ECOLOGISTS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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