Award

Using natural capital risk evidence in strategic risk management

NATURAL ENGLAND

This public procurement record has 6 releases in its history.

Award

09 Sep 2024 at 10:44

TenderAmendment

24 Jul 2024 at 08:42

TenderAmendment

17 Jul 2024 at 12:34

TenderAmendment

08 Jul 2024 at 13:24

TenderAmendment

05 Jul 2024 at 13:44

Tender

05 Jul 2024 at 12:32

Summary of the contracting process

Natural England, headquartered in Leeds, awarded a contract to Jeremy Benn Associates Limited for a project titled "Using natural capital risk evidence in strategic risk management". The procurement process, classified under CPV code 73110000 (Research services), was conducted using an open procedure (below threshold). The tender, which was highly relevant for SMEs and VCSEs, was published on 5th July 2024, and the deadline for quotations was 2nd August 2024. The awarded contract, valued at GBP 36,450, commenced on 12th August 2024 and will conclude on 31st March 2025, with key activities including desk-based research, knowledge exchange, stakeholder engagement, and the development of recommendations for Natural England.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in environmental research, risk management, and consultancy services. By engaging in this project, companies can expand their portfolio, enhance their expertise in natural capital risk, and build a strong relationship with a key governmental body. The contract is especially suited for businesses adept in synthesising complex environmental data and translating it into actionable strategic insights, fostering growth and innovation in the field of natural capital risk management.

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Notice Title

Using natural capital risk evidence in strategic risk management

Notice Description

Natural England are seeking to develop their understanding of how evidence on risks to ecosystems and benefits from nature (as detailed in the forthcoming State of Natural Capital report) fits, or could be fitted, into the national risk space (government and non-government). We also want to investigate how natural capital risk can be best presented for application in strategic risk management frameworks, for those who use risk evidence in their decision-making. This contract will involve desk-based research, knowledge exchange activities and stakeholder engagement, case studies, a synthesis report, and the development of a set of recommendations for Natural England on making natural capital risk evidence effective and useable in strategic risk management at different scales. 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 miriam.dobson@naturalengland.org.uk by 17:00 on 2nd August 2024. If you have any clarification questions linked to this opportunity or the procurement process please submit these via email to miriam.dobson@naturalengland.org.uk. Please note that, unless commercially sensitive, both the question and the response will be circulated to all tenderers.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-2d109d7f-6948-4813-9388-024167301c05
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4682fa31-1e09-4a79-8f0c-6842cc01aafe
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
Large

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
£41,665 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£36,450 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Sep 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
2 Aug 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 Aug 20241 years ago
Contract Period
11 Aug 2024 - 31 Mar 2025 6-12 months
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
LEEDS
Postcode
LS11 9AT
Post Town
Leeds
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE42 Leeds
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Leeds
Electoral Ward
Beeston & Holbeck
Westminster Constituency
Leeds South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

JEREMY BENN ASSOCIATES

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