Tender

Attribute Survey - West of North England Forest District

FORESTRY COMMISSION

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Tender

11 Mar 2019 at 09:56

Tender Notice
Planning

11 Mar 2019 at 09:40

Planned Procurement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Forestry Commission is seeking tenders for an "Attribute Survey" in the North West region of the United Kingdom, focused on forest inventory services. The procurement process is at the planned stage, with a budget of £20,000 allocated for the contract. Interested parties should submit expressions of interest and any queries by 14:00 on 5 April 2019, as the tender period closes on 12 April 2019. The contract is scheduled to commence on 22 April 2019 and will run until 30 January 2020, following a competitive quotation procurement method.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) involved in forest management and ecological surveys to expand their business. Companies that specialise in forest inventory and monitoring services, particularly those experienced with methodologies outlined in the Forest Mensuration Handbook and Forestry Commission standards, would be well-suited to compete. Engaging in this contract could enhance their visibility and credibility in the sector while contributing to sustainable forestry practices.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Attribute Survey - West 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. 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. Biosecurity guidelines will be complied with. 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 5 April 2019.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-866ef92a-1712-4103-8ae5-71c955eee2e5
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f61af00c-0d62-4dd1-aa19-5633e892b0a4
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, 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
11 Mar 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
12 Apr 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
11 Apr 2019Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
21 Apr 2019 - 30 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
TLD North West (England)
Local Authority
North Northamptonshire
Electoral Ward
Oundle
Westminster Constituency
Corby and East Northamptonshire

Further Information

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