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Chippenham Fen Ditch Realignment Project

NATURAL ENGLAND

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17 May 2024 at 13:27

Summary of the contracting process

The Chippenham Fen Ditch Realignment Project is a public procurement initiative managed by Natural England. Situated in the East of England, this project aims to enhance the Chippenham Fen National Nature Reserve near Ely, Cambridgeshire. The work involves blocking ditches by infilling with soil and installing plastic piling bunds to raise water levels, benefiting peat soils. The project operates on a SSSI site, spanning grass tracks, woodland, and rough pasture. The procurement method used is an open procedure below the threshold, with a contract period starting from 1st August 2024 to 30th November 2024. This project was awarded to Groundlord Environmental, with the contract valued at £36,520, following the submission of quotations by 17:00 on 13th June 2024.

This tender offers significant opportunities for SMEs and VCSEs specialised in drainage and surface works. The challenging terrain and specific requirements make it ideal for companies with experience in wetland projects and those capable of working in environmentally sensitive areas. The procurement process, valued up to £49,999, provides opportunities for businesses to demonstrate their capabilities and secure substantial contracts to contribute to their growth. Engaging in such public procurement projects can help businesses build credibility and expand their portfolio, enhancing their reputation in the industry sector.

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Notice Title

Chippenham Fen Ditch Realignment Project

Notice Description

The project aims to undertake works to enhance Chippenham Fen National Nature Reserve near Ely, Cambridgeshire. The project is to block ditches via infilling with soil and installing plastic piling bunds to raise the water levels to benefit the peat soils. You will be working from grass tracks adjacent to ditches, in woodland and on rough pasture. The site is a SSSI and is managed by Natural England. 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.hainsworth@naturalengland.org.uk by 1700hrs on 13/6/2024. The work is on challenging terrain being on a wetland and a site visit is expected prior to quote submisson. Please contact Chris Hainsworth on 07799657428 to arrange. If you have any clarification questions on this opportunity or the procurement process, please submit these via email to chris.hainsworth@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-b5fd17-43075888-5f98-46d4-b7ae-a043bf4666c8
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cd9e48e3-9e0d-410c-be3e-8b272cb6d2d3
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45232451 - Drainage and surface works

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£49,999 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£36,520 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Oct 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
13 Jun 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Jun 20241 years ago
Contract Period
31 Jul 2024 - 30 Nov 2024 1-6 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
ELY
Postcode
CB7 5QB
Post Town
Cambridge
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH4 Cambridgeshire and Peterborough
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH42 Cambridgeshire CC
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
East Cambridgeshire
Electoral Ward
Fordham & Isleham
Westminster Constituency
Ely and East Cambridgeshire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

GROUNDLORD ENVIRONMENTAL

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