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A literature review investigating the decline in mussel (Mytilus edulis) bed habitat in the Wash and across Europe and the Northeast Atlantic and restoration methods

NATURAL ENGLAND

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06 Nov 2024 at 11:19

Summary of the contracting process

Natural England has awarded a contract to ABP Marine Environmental Research Ltd for a project titled "A literature review investigating the decline in mussel (Mytilus edulis) bed habitat in the Wash and across Europe and the Northeast Atlantic and restoration methods". This procurement falls under the marine research services category and is relevant to parties within the United Kingdom. The procurement process was conducted using an open procedure methodology, below the threshold, and was published on 6th November 2024. The tender phase concluded on 29th November 2024, with the contract period running from 8th January 2025 to 31st March 2025. The entire process is in the award stage as of 27th May 2025.

This procurement offers substantial opportunities for businesses engaged in marine research, particularly those specialising in ecological studies and habitat restoration. Companies that are small to medium enterprises (SMEs) might find this contract beneficial given its specific suitability criteria. Participation in such projects can lead to enhanced expertise in marine conservation and provide collaborative opportunities with a leading environmental authority like Natural England, thereby fostering business growth and increasing visibility in the ecological sector.

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Notice Title

A literature review investigating the decline in mussel (Mytilus edulis) bed habitat in the Wash and across Europe and the Northeast Atlantic and restoration methods

Notice Description

A literature review investigating the decline in mussel (Mytilus edulis) bed habitat in the Wash and across Europe and the Northeast Atlantic and restoration methods. The work should include a full review of both grey and academic literature to address the following: An brief overview of blue mussel (Mytilus edulis) as a species and a habitat, and the importance of habitat networks An overview of the historic distribution of blue mussel across broad areas (e.g. mainland Europe, Northeast Atlantic, UK) An overview of the historic distribution of blue mussel in the Wash and North Norfolk Coast An overview of possible causes of historical decline across broad areas (e.g. mainland Europe, Northeast Atlantic, UK) An overview of possible causes of current decline across broad areas (e.g. mainland Europe, Northeast Atlantic, UK) An overview of restoration projects (including restoration of existing and new populations) in the Northern Hemisphere, evaluating successful and unsuccessful projects and specific methodologies An overview of the restoration potential in the Wash and North Norfolk Coast; An overview of how The Wash and North Norfolk Coast could be impacted by climate change and other potential threats to restoration efforts in future Recommendations for future surveys and/or studies to fill any identified evidence gaps 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 Florence.Aves@naturalengland.org.uk by 17:30 on 29/11/2024. If you have any clarification questions linked to this opportunity or the procurement process please submit these via email to Florence.Aves@naturalengland.org.uk. Please note that, unless commercially sensitive, both the question and the response will be circulated to all tenderers.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-9cd1ee21-8e05-4eb3-8bb5-75caac2066e1
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/87b93719-4672-4abc-a78c-fc4db6405d5f
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

73112000 - Marine research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£12,500 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£9,835 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
29 Nov 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Dec 20241 years ago
Contract Period
8 Jan 2025 - 31 Mar 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NATURAL ENGLAND
Contact Name
Florence Aves
Contact Email
florence.aves@naturalengland.org.uk
Contact Phone
0208 7200386

Buyer Location

Locality
CAMBRIDGE
Postcode
CB2 8DR
Post Town
Cambridge
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH4 Cambridgeshire and Peterborough
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH42 Cambridgeshire CC
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Cambridge
Electoral Ward
Petersfield
Westminster Constituency
Cambridge

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ABP MARINE ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH

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