Tender

Assessing the impacts of the pump-scoop dredge fishery on the macrobenthos of Poole Harbour MPA.

NATURAL ENGLAND

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Summary of the contracting process

Natural England is procuring research consultancy services for the project titled "Assessing the impacts of the pump-scoop dredge fishery on the macrobenthos of Poole Harbour MPA." This opportunity falls under the main procurement category of services and is open for all interested parties to bid. The tender involves assessing the impact of the pump scoop dredge fishery on invertebrate communities in Poole Harbour, with the deadline for submission being September 21, 2023. The contract period is scheduled to start on October 9, 2023, and end on March 31, 2024.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses specializing in research consultancy services to contribute to environmental impact assessment projects. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to participate, given the suitability criteria set by Natural England. The location of the project is in the South West region of the United Kingdom, offering local businesses a chance to engage in a sustainability-focused initiative that addresses gaps in evidence for the pump-scoop dredge fishery.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Assessing the impacts of the pump-scoop dredge fishery on the macrobenthos of Poole Harbour MPA.

Notice Description

This study will assess the impacts of the pump scoop dredge fishery on the invertebrate communities of Poole Harbour, and how changes in prey availability may impact the designated bird features of the site. This study will address evidence gaps which will inform future advice regarding the sustainability of the pump-scoop dredge fishery. Specific focus should be centred on the possible reductions in the abundance and variety of non-target benthic invertebrates, making the communities less diverse and having lower biomass, which is an issue in relation to SSSI condition, as well as in relation to understanding prey availability of protected bird features of the SPA. 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 elanor.james@naturalengland.org.uk. If you have any clarification questions linked to this opportunity or the procurement process please submit these via email to elanor.james@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
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1fe99dcc-a313-46d7-8e64-a6af7fe21671
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73210000 - Research consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£36,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Sep 20232 years ago
Submission Deadline
21 Sep 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
8 Oct 2023 - 31 Mar 2024 1-6 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
NATURAL ENGLAND
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS1 5AH
Post Town
Bristol
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK51 Bristol, City of
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Bristol, City of
Electoral Ward
Hotwells and Harbourside
Westminster Constituency
Bristol Central

Further Information

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