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Lesser black-backed gull storage and dissection

NATURAL ENGLAND

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Award

29 Nov 2024 at 09:39

Award Notice
TenderAmendment

29 Aug 2024 at 07:18

Tender Notice
TenderAmendment

23 Aug 2024 at 08:51

Tender Notice
Tender

07 Aug 2024 at 12:24

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Lesser black-backed gull storage and dissection" contract is managed by Natural England, located in Bristol, England. The contract, valued at £40,000, falls under the research laboratory services industry category. It involves a two-month term starting from 10 September 2024 to 7 November 2024, focusing on providing temporary frozen storage facilities and dissection of gulls. The procurement used an open procedure method with a deadline for bid submission extended to 30 August 2024 at 5pm. The contract was awarded to the UK Centre for Ecology & Hydrology on 18 October 2024, commencing on 20 October 2024 and ending on 20 December 2024.

This tender offers significant business growth opportunities for companies specialising in research laboratory services, particularly those with expertise in wildlife and ecological studies. It is well-suited for SMEs and VCSEs looking to expand their portfolio in governmental contracts. Participation in this project can boost visibility and credibility, allowing businesses to demonstrate their capabilities in handling specialised, government-licensed research projects.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Lesser black-backed gull storage and dissection

Notice Description

PLEASE NOTE: The closing date for this notice has been extended to 30/08/2024 at 5pm. A 2 month contract to deliver temporary frozen storage facilities and dissection of Lesser black-backed gulls shot lawfully under a licence issued by Natural England. This specification forms one component of a wider research project studying the diet and foraging strategies of Lesser black-backed gulls. 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 NECCU@Naturalengland.org.uk by 17:00 on 30/08/2024. If you have any clarification questions linked to this opportunity or the procurement process please submit these via email to NECCU@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-b5fd17-7137ed75-5cc8-42e8-b879-2980f66632b8
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/76d17a53-877d-44bd-bd4a-08781efc5bff
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, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73111000 - Research laboratory services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£40,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£32,568 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Nov 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
30 Aug 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Oct 20241 years ago
Contract Period
19 Oct 2024 - 20 Dec 2024 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
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS1 5TL
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
Not specified
Local Authority
Bristol, City of
Electoral Ward
Hotwells and Harbourside
Westminster Constituency
Bristol Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

UK CENTRE FOR ECOLOGY & HYDROLOGY

Further Information

Notice Documents

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