Tender

Attribute Survey - East of North England Forest District

FORESTRY COMMISSION

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Tender

28 Feb 2019 at 16:09

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Forestry Commission is currently seeking tenders for an "Attribute Survey" within the East of North England Forest District. This procurement, classified under forest inventory services, is at the tender stage, and interested bidders must submit their expressions of interest by 14:00 on 22 March 2019. The deadline for fully completed tenders is 29 March 2019, with the contract period slated to commence on 8 April 2019 and conclude on 24 January 2020. The total contract value is set at £20,000 and is being procured through a limited process, specifically a competitive quotation below threshold.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in forestry services, environmental surveys, or data collection and analysis. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to participate, given their suitability for such tenders. Companies with expertise in forest inventory or monitoring services will benefit from engaging in this process, which can enhance their portfolio and establish a working relationship with a prominent public body.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Attribute Survey - East of North England Forest District

Notice Description

Forest Research is seeking tenders for the carrying out of an Attribute Survey. Attribute survey plots will be established and assessed following the method based on both the Forest Mensuration Handbook 2006 and the Forestry Commission Survey Handbook, 3rd edition 2007. The method will include: Plot navigation, numbering and size choice: Circular plots of the same size will always be used. Marking plot centres and plot trees. Data collection to include: > Species > Planting year > Stocking > Top Height > Original planting spacing > Open ground > Map changes. Data presentation to include: > The field form, map and AP will be stapled together and returned > All documentation will be filled in/produced in a clear and legible way > Grid references will be supplied for all plots > All species will be recorded; the use of MC and MB is not permitted unless classified as a very minor component All calculation will be completed and recorded accurately > Remarks pertinent to each plot will be recorded > Any major map anomalies will be noted. All paperwork will be returned to Forest Research, Fineshade. Additional information: Please express your interest in this tender in order to allow us to notify you of any questions we may receive and the answers given. Expressions of interest and/or any questions regarding this ITT should be made by email to liz.richardson@forestry.gsi.gov.uk no later than 14.00hrs on Friday 22 March 2019.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-6a7b8c16-d403-46d5-80db-530a2d7aa9cb
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/60aa4840-d947-467e-9672-1e4c135ec178
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Competitive quotation (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

77 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services

CPV Codes

77231400 - Forest inventory services

77231500 - Forest monitoring or evaluation services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£20,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Feb 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
29 Mar 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
7 Apr 2019 - 24 Jan 2020 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
FORESTRY COMMISSION
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NR CORBY, NORTHANTS
Postcode
NN17 3BB
Post Town
Northampton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF25 North Northamptonshire
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England)
Local Authority
North Northamptonshire
Electoral Ward
Oundle
Westminster Constituency
Corby and East Northamptonshire

Further Information

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