Tender

Rapid Life Action C3.2 - Small-scale IAS removal projects in priority areas. The Midlands

DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL

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Tender

22 May 2018 at 12:19

Summary of the contracting process

The Defra Network eTendering Portal is conducting an open procurement process for the project titled "Rapid Life Action C3.2 - Small-scale IAS removal projects in priority areas. The Midlands". This initiative is focused on reducing the impact of Invasive Alien Species (IAS) in freshwater, riparian, and coastal environments across five regions in England, particularly emphasising the Midlands. The tender was published on 22nd May 2018 and has a submission deadline of 18th June 2018. The contract is set to commence on 25th June 2018 and run until 31st March 2020. This project falls under the main procurement category of services, specifically involving technical testing, analysis, and consultancy services.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, especially small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) that specialise in environmental consultancy, conservation, and management services. Companies with expertise in biodiversity, aquatic ecosystems, and IAS management will be particularly well-suited to compete for this project. Participation in the RAPID LIFE initiative could enhance a business’s portfolio and reputation by demonstrating commitment to sustainability and ecological preservation.

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Notice Title

Rapid Life Action C3.2 - Small-scale IAS removal projects in priority areas. The Midlands

Notice Description

RAPID (Reducing And Preventing IAS Dispersal) LIFE is a three year project led by the Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA), with Natural England and Bristol Zoo as key partners, that will pilot an innovative approach to Invasive Alien Species (IAS) management in freshwater aquatic, riparian and coastal environments across England. Globally, IAS are considered to be one of the most significant causes of biodiversity loss, second only to habitat destruction. RAPID LIFE will deliver a package of measures to reduce the impact and spread of IAS in freshwater aquatic, riparian and coastal environments across England. It will help to conserve species protected under the Birds and Habitats Directives whilst assisting in compliance with the EU Regulation on IAS, Marine Strategy Framework Directive and the Water Framework Directive. The status of Natura 2000 sites will also be and enhanced and protected. RAPID LIFE will work in freshwater aquatic, riparian and coastal environments in five regions across England. For this action we are focusing on the Midlands Additional information: Please note that Defra procurement uses an E-tendering system for Procurement activities. This is currently provided by Bravo Solutions. To access appropriate tendering and contractual documents, please access the E-Tendering portal at https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk", ensuring that your registration includes "Defra". If you have any problems with this system, please contact Bravo on their telephone helpline number 0800 368 4850 or by emailing them at help@bravosolution.co.uk. "

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-b62d300c-ea76-44d9-9489-38f68d058540
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bef20cd7-e6a2-4a64-9414-043d29f658a1
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

71600000 - Technical testing, analysis and consultancy services

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 May 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
18 Jun 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
24 Jun 2018 - 31 Mar 2020 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL
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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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