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Ocean Literacy Survey for Sussex Bay

NATURAL ENGLAND

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24 Dec 2024 at 09:53

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09 Oct 2024 at 16:46

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01 Oct 2024 at 15:45

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Summary of the contracting process

Natural England has completed the procurement process for the Ocean Literacy Survey (OLS) in Sussex Bay, aimed at achieving socio-demographically representative data collection and analysis focused on coastal and inland as well as rural/urban areas within the three local authorities of West Sussex, Brighton & Hove, and East Sussex. The tender process began with publication on 1 October 2024, and proposals were submitted by 16 October 2024. The awarded contract, announced on 22 October 2024, went to BMG Research for a value of £27,475, covering the period from 28 October 2024 to 28 February 2025. The procurement involved an open procedure below the threshold, targeting services within the Research and Development sector (CPV code 73000000).

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses in the research and consultancy services sector, particularly those experienced with socio-demographic studies and data analytics. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) could particularly benefit, given the project's scope and the potential for showcasing their expertise in delivering region-specific surveys and comprehensive reports. Such opportunities not only support business growth through substantial contract values but also enhance reputational standings with public sector entities like Natural England. Businesses with capabilities in conducting online surveys and analysing complex demographic data would be well-suited to compete for similar future tenders.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Ocean Literacy Survey for Sussex Bay

Notice Description

The work required is for a contractor to support Natural England in delivering the Ocean Literacy Survey (OLS) in Sussex Bay, specifically: Task 1: Finalise with NE the questions to be used (a shortened version of the OLS developed for another project and a small number of additional questions that relate to Sussex Bay specifically, with the aim that the survey should not take more than 15 minutes to complete), as well as the method and sampling strategy. An online survey should be used to gather data, as this is the mode that has been used in previous OLS projects. Sussex Bay encompasses three local authority areas - West Sussex County Council, Brighton & Hove City Council and East Sussex County Council. We are ideally looking for a socio-demographically representative sample of c. 2000 people who live in Sussex, including spatially, as we are particularly interested in analysis between coastal and inland and rural/urban areas. If this is not feasible, contractors should state what they feel able to provide in terms of sample size for this area (aiming for results with 95% confidence levels and less than 5% margin of error). Task 2: Undertake the survey - with adults only. Task 3: Analyse the survey results and present in a report similar to the headline reports provided for the national study. This should include descriptive statistics with comparisons between coastal towns and those inland and ideally between the three different local authorities. A draft report is required two weeks before the final report deadline. 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 davinia.overton@naturalengland.org.uk by 10:00 on 16-10-24. If you have any clarification questions linked to this opportunity or the procurement process please submit these via email to davinia.overton@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-b5fd17-8853d4f6-97e1-47b4-bff9-776acc18b2f5
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ae33f059-3499-444e-94f8-e973c3c5d23c
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
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£31,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£27,475 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Dec 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
16 Oct 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Oct 20241 years ago
Contract Period
28 Oct 2024 - 28 Feb 2025 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
WORTHING
Postcode
BN11 1LD
Post Town
Brighton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ27 West Sussex (South West)
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)
Local Authority
Worthing
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Worthing West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BMG RESEARCH

Further Information

Notice Documents

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