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Benfleet and Southend Marshes SPA Ornithological Surveys and Biotope Survey and Mapping

NATURAL ENGLAND

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27 May 2025 at 13:23

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Tender

11 Nov 2024 at 08:47

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the project titled "Benfleet and Southend Marshes SPA Ornithological Surveys and Biotope Survey and Mapping" has been completed. Managed by Natural England, this contract falls under the category of Research and Development Services and Related Consultancy Services (CPV 73000000). The project's activities, which encompass over-wintering bird surveys and biotope mapping, are scheduled in the East of England, United Kingdom. This procurement process was initiated through an open procedure below the threshold, with a tender period that concluded on 20th November 2024. The contract's duration spans from 24th February 2025 to 28th March 2025, with an award published on 14th February 2025.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in environmental consulting and research, especially those focusing on ecological surveys and habitat mapping. Kent Wildlife Trust (KWT) Consulting, a small to medium-sized enterprise (SME), was awarded the contract valued at GBP 30,000, showcasing the suitability and potential success for SMEs in similar endeavours. Companies with expertise in ornithology, environmental science, and ecological data analysis would find themselves well-positioned to leverage this and similar opportunities to expand their business offerings within the UK's environmental sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Benfleet and Southend Marshes SPA Ornithological Surveys and Biotope Survey and Mapping

Notice Description

Over-wintering bird surveys, biotope sampling and mapping project in the Benfleet and Southend Marshes SPA. To be carried out between November 2024 and March 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 alex.baker@naturalengland.org.uk by 12 midday on 20th November 2024. If you have any clarification questions linked to this opportunity or the procurement process please submit these via email to alex.baker@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
ocds-b5fd17-539e72c9-9b3e-4e15-938f-467a83a858a5
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2d17628e-a39b-46b3-9b8b-ae5fe51f1b67
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
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£49,999 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£30,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
20 Nov 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 Feb 20251 years ago
Contract Period
24 Feb 2025 - 28 Mar 2025 1-6 months
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
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WORCESTER
Postcode
WR5 2NP
Post Town
Worcester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG1 Herefordshire, Worcestershire and Warwickshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG12 Worcestershire CC
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Worcester
Electoral Ward
Nunnery
Westminster Constituency
Worcester

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

KENT WILDLIFE TRUST (KWT) CONSULTING

Further Information

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