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Specialist advice with regard to the statutory assessment of areas proposed as an extension to the Suffolk Coast and Heaths AONB

DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL

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29 Jun 2017 at 10:49

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Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process involves a contract awarded by the Defra Network eTendering Portal for the provision of specialist advice related to the statutory assessment of areas proposed for an extension to the Suffolk Coast and Heaths Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB). The tender, valued at £17,050, is classified under marine services and feasibility studies, with the contract period commencing on 15 May 2017 and ending on 31 August 2018. The award, dated 15 May 2017, was published officially on 29 June 2017, marking the transition from the planning stage to completion of this procurement process.

This tender presents significant opportunities for consultant firms specialising in environmental advisory services and feasibility studies, particularly those with experience in advisory roles for statutory assessments. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) would be well-suited to compete, as the contracting authority is looking for qualified and experienced consultants to continue supporting the critical assessments needed for the ongoing project. Engaging with this contract could enhance business growth by establishing a partnership with a key governmental agency, contributing to significant environmental projects within the UK.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Specialist advice with regard to the statutory assessment of areas proposed as an extension to the Suffolk Coast and Heaths AONB

Notice Description

This application is with regard to the ongoing project to determine a proposed extension to the Suffolk Coast & Heaths AONB as per the NE Board decision linked here: http://www.naturalengland.org.uk/about_us/ourpeople/neboard/meetings/december2013/default.aspx} . We have now reached a critical stage in the project and are currently preparing the necessary technical assessments for submission to the NE Board meeting of 14 June 2017 to determine boundaries for subjection to statutory Consultation planned from July onwards. Natural England staff have been undertaking this work with ongoing advice and mentoring support from suitably qualified and experienced consultants (Alison Farmer Associates - {ref. SRP approval 09/25.07.14}. We now require the continuation of this advice and mentoring support for the remainder of the project period through the award of a further contract. Additional information: Please note that Defra procurement uses e-tendering, provided by Bravosolutions. In order to access the Bravo system you will need to be registered. Could I therefore request that you register on the Bravo portal for Defra. If you're already registered on the Bravo portal please check that your registration includes Defra, as you have to specify us in order to correctly receive the tender documents. If you have any problems with the registration process, please contact the Bravo helpline on 0800 368 4850 or alternatively email them at help@bravosolution.co.uk. The link you require for new registration/amendments to registrations is - https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-5462443c-e324-46e4-b056-faf72e4df3d4
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d7887aae-22be-4737-bbdb-84fbdc926f21
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award of contract without prior publication of a contract notice
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

98 - Other community, social and personal services

CPV Codes

71241000 - Feasibility study, advisory service, analysis

98360000 - Marine services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£17,050 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£17,050 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Jun 20178 years ago
Submission Deadline
5 May 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 May 20178 years ago
Contract Period
14 May 2017 - 31 Aug 2018 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
DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
PETERBOROUGH
Postcode
PE1 1NG
Post Town
Peterborough
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH4 Cambridgeshire and Peterborough
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH41 Peterborough
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Peterborough
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Peterborough

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ALISON FARMER ASSOCIATES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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