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RDE657 Nitrogen Decision Framework: Whole Feature Assessment

NATURAL ENGLAND

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28 Aug 2024 at 17:54

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the project "RDE657 Nitrogen Decision Framework: Whole Feature Assessment" was managed by Natural England, a public body responsible for promoting nature conservation in England. This tender falls under the industry category of "Research and development consultancy services" (CPV code 73200000) and covers areas including the United Kingdom, Europe, and other listed territories. The project, awarded to AECOM Ltd, is currently in the Award stage with a contract period from 1st September 2024 to 31st March 2025. The procurement was conducted using a selective method through a call-off from a framework agreement, with a total value of £53,286. Key dates include the award notice published on 28th August 2024 and a tender period deadline on the same date at noon.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in environmental consultancy and research services, particularly those with expertise in air quality and habitat conservation. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) will find this contract well-suited to their capabilities. Participating in this tender can provide these businesses with a platform to contribute to vital conservation efforts and build prestigious references with a well-known public body like Natural England. This opportunity not only supports conservation goals but also aids in securing future projects by enhancing the bidder's portfolio within environmental and consultancy services.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

RDE657 Nitrogen Decision Framework: Whole Feature Assessment

Notice Description

It is very difficult to attribute visible damage or change on a habitat to impacts from air pollutants. This presents a challenge when monitoring the condition of sites designated for nature conservation such as Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSIs). Currently, Natural England's (NE's) site survey assessment methodology does not explicitly account for air quality as it was not designed to do so. As a result, we do not have a detailed understanding of what impact air pollution might be having upon the condition of our designated sites. Nationally, we need to know how nitrogen may be affecting and potentially slowing our ability to achieve favourable condition on sites in England. This could also influence the advice we issue to applicants submitting proposals for new plans and projects (such as developments and planning applications) from which emissions of air pollutants could lead to harmful impacts on a designated site. This project would provide more certainty regarding the potential for such a proposal to undermine the conservation objective. The conservation objective is specific to each site and aims to either restore or maintain its current condition.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2ebca134-7727-4311-9f52-345a28c1086e
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£53,286 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£53,286 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Aug 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
28 Aug 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Aug 20241 years ago
Contract Period
31 Aug 2024 - 31 Mar 2025 6-12 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
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 3JR
Post Town
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

AECOM

Further Information

Notice Documents

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