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Survey of Raised Bogs and associated wetland vegetation in Northumberland (Lot 1)

NATURAL ENGLAND

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Award

21 Nov 2024 at 09:39

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29 Aug 2024 at 13:57

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02 Aug 2024 at 09:12

Tender

02 Aug 2024 at 07:54

Summary of the contracting process

Natural England, headquartered in Telford, England, has awarded a contract for the "Survey of Raised Bogs and associated wetland vegetation in Northumberland (Lot 1)." This falls under the industry categories of research services and environmental services. This project, focusing on the North East region of the United Kingdom, aims to assess the extent and quality of raised bogs and other wetland habitats. The procurement process was an open procedure, with a below-threshold value of £40,000. The final report is due by 15 March 2025, with the fieldwork commencing as soon as possible and ending by mid-March 2025. The procurement stage is now at the award phase, having been awarded to Milestone Environmental Limited on 13 September 2024.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses in the environmental research sector, especially those experienced in wetland habitats and vegetation studies. SMEs and VCSEs are particularly encouraged to participate, allowing for diverse business growth opportunities. Given the project's broad scope, assessing various sites with minimal prior investigation, firms specialising in ecological surveys, environmental impact assessments, and habitat management are well-suited to compete. By engaging in this project, businesses can showcase their expertise in a high-profile project with national importance, potentially leading to future contracts with Natural England and similar organisations.

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Notice Title

Survey of Raised Bogs and associated wetland vegetation in Northumberland (Lot 1)

Notice Description

PLEASE NOTE: The closing date for this notice has been extended to 06/09/2024. Following recent review and update of the Raised Bog inventory for England, it has become apparent that Northumberland supports a large number of raised bogs sites which have received little or no previous attention or recognition. Not only are there many sites, they are also relatively undamaged relative to similar sites elsewhere in the country. In addition to raised bogs, some sites also support minerotrophic wetlands including calcareous fens, acidic fens and Molinia meadow vegetation, significantly increasing their national importance. Fieldwork should be started as soon as possible, and final reports should be submitted by 15 March 2025. This requirement is split into two lots. The requirement for Lot 1 is to establish the extent and quality of raised bogs and other wetland habitats on a cluster of thirteen sites north of Bellingham. The requirement for Lot 2 is to establish the extent and quality of raised bogs and other wetland habitats on a cluster of 10 sites in Sweethope, with the option to commission an additional cluster of 7 sites in the Gilsland/Haltwhistle area. Supplier may bid for either or both Lot 1 and Lot 2. Suppliers must bid for each Lot separately and each Lot will be evaluated independently. 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 iain.diack@naturalengland.org.uk by 17:00 hrs on 06/09/2024. If you have any clarification questions linked to this opportunity or the procurement process please submit these via email to iain.diack@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-bcd01dd9-aa87-4ed1-a754-ea68daeb761d
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e9d3ddb4-279b-428f-a244-c6633ec485c4
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, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

73110000 - Research services

90700000 - Environmental services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£40,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£34,831 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Nov 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
6 Sep 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Sep 20241 years ago
Contract Period
12 Sep 2024 - 15 Mar 2025 6-12 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
Iain Diack
Contact Email
iain.diack@naturalengland.org.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
TELFORD
Postcode
TF3 4LR
Post Town
Telford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG21 Telford and Wrekin
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England)

Local Authority
Telford and Wrekin
Electoral Ward
Malinslee & Dawley Bank
Westminster Constituency
Telford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MILESTONE ENVIRONMENTAL

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