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KCC Ecological Advice Service

FOLKESTONE AND HYTHE DISTRICT COUNCIL

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28 Apr 2025 at 12:30

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "KCC Ecological Advice Service" was conducted by Folkestone and Hythe District Council, focusing on the provision of environmental services. This procurement was conducted using a direct award method, with Kent County Council being the selected supplier. The contract, with a value of £52,414, commenced on 1 April 2024 and will run until 31 March 2026. The procurement stage is currently at the Award phase, with the awarded contract notice published recently on 28 April 2025. The services are to be delivered in England, United Kingdom, supporting the development management process through various ecological advisory roles.

This tender offers significant opportunities for business growth, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) that specialise in environmental services. Businesses equipped to provide ecological advice, conduct biodiversity assessments, and develop habitat management plans would find this contract highly relevant. The direct award procurement method suggests a preference for suppliers with proven expertise and a robust track record in delivering comprehensive ecological services. Engaging in such contracts not only helps firms expand their portfolio but also positions them as key players in supporting sustainable development initiatives.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

KCC Ecological Advice Service

Notice Description

Provision of Service, includes *Provision of ecological advice at any stage as requested within the development management process (screening, scoping, formal application and enforcement). *Assessment of, and advice on, protected species impact and appropriateness of any proposed mitigation and biodiversity enhancement. *Assessment of, and advice on, any biodiversity net gain assessments and conclusions; and advice on the appropriateness of any biodiversity gain plans associated habitat management and monitoring plans. *Provision of advice on biodiversity net gain at any stage as requested within the development management process (screening, scoping, formal application and enforcement).

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-4a554489-3cfb-4996-9294-84e53ca46535
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/38136f90-d12b-45f9-b1b9-19348bb32a15
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

CPV Codes

90700000 - Environmental services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£52,414 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£52,414 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Apr 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
1 Mar 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Mar 20241 years ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2024 - 31 Mar 2026 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
FOLKESTONE AND HYTHE DISTRICT COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
FOLKESTONE
Postcode
CT20 2QY
Post Town
Canterbury
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ44 East Kent
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Folkestone and Hythe
Electoral Ward
Folkestone Central
Westminster Constituency
Folkestone and Hythe

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

KENT COUNTY COUNCIL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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