Award

Song Meter Mini Bat 2 Ultrasonic Recorders (Lithium-ion Battery) and accessories

NATURAL ENGLAND

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Award

21 Nov 2024 at 09:11

Award Notice
TenderAmendment

23 Aug 2024 at 07:11

Tender Notice
Tender

22 Aug 2024 at 07:39

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Natural England has just completed the procurement process for the provision of 25 Song Meter Mini Bat 2 Ultrasonic Recorders (Lithium-ion Battery) and accessories. The project, classified under the electrical equipment and apparatus industry category (CPV: 31600000), covers delivery throughout the United Kingdom. The procurement commenced with a tender published on 22 August 2024, and quotations were due by 12 September 2024. The contract period started on 24 September 2024 and will conclude by 6 December 2024, marking the latest delivery date for the required goods.

This tender offers growth opportunities for businesses, particularly those specialising in electrical equipment manufacturing and supply, as it was open to Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) and Voluntary, Community, and Social Enterprises (VCSEs). The open procurement method and below-threshold procedure make it accessible for smaller businesses and start-ups. Companies with a focus on wildlife and environmental monitoring equipment would find this opportunity particularly aligned with their expertise. The awarded supplier, NHBS LTD., is a small enterprise based in Totnes, Devon, demonstrating that SME companies are well positioned to compete in similar tenders from Natural England.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Song Meter Mini Bat 2 Ultrasonic Recorders (Lithium-ion Battery) and accessories

Notice Description

The provision of 25 Song Meter Mini Bat 2 Ultrasonic Recorders (Lithium-ion Battery) and accessories. PLEASE NOTE: The contract end date of 06/12/2024 indicates the last day that the goods can be delivered. Ideally delivery would occur well before this date. 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 Rory O'Connor [rory.o'connor@naturalengland.org.uk] by 17:00 on 12/09/2024. If you have any clarification questions linked to this opportunity or the procurement process please submit these via email to rory.o'connor@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/9c844408-19c7-46aa-892d-39397c50c44b
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

CPV Codes

31600000 - Electrical equipment and apparatus

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£18,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£18,129 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Nov 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
12 Sep 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Sep 20241 years ago
Contract Period
23 Sep 2024 - 4 Nov 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
Rory O'Connor
Contact Email
rory.o'connor@naturalengland.org.uk
Contact Phone
07787903848

Buyer Location

Locality
WALLINGFORD
Postcode
OX10 8BD
Post Town
Oxford
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
South Oxfordshire
Electoral Ward
Benson & Crowmarsh
Westminster Constituency
Henley and Thame

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

NHBS

Further Information

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