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Invitation to Tender for the provision of an Invasive Species Policy Development

CAMBRIDGE CITY COUNCIL

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21 Jul 2025 at 11:05

Summary of the contracting process

Cambridge City Council has recently awarded a contract for the development of an Invasive Species Policy, aligning with its climate change goals. This contract was awarded following an open procedure tender process to Axion Solutions Limited, a small to medium-sized enterprise. The procurement process, classified under research, development services, and environmental services, was situated in the United Kingdom and reached the award stage on 3rd March 2025. The contract period will last from 12th March 2025 until 10th September 2025, with the formal award notice published on 21st July 2025. The awarded value of the contract is £10,980.

This procurement process heralds substantial opportunities for businesses involved in policy development, research, and environmental consultancy services. The tender particularly favours SMEs, highlighting the potential for small enterprises to contribute to governmental environmental strategies and foster growth. Companies with expertise in legislative compliance, community engagement, and strategic environmental management will find themselves well-suited to compete in similar future opportunities, as the Council continues to prioritise sustainable and innovative solutions.

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Notice Title

Invitation to Tender for the provision of an Invasive Species Policy Development

Notice Description

In alignment with the Council's broader climate change goals, HDC is seeking to develop an actionable and compliant Invasive Species Policy. This policy will enable the Council to: Identify and prioritise invasive species threats in council-managed parks and countryside areas. Deliver clear, cost-effective strategies for control and eradication. Strengthen community awareness and engagement in managing invasive species. Align with legislative requirements and government best practices. The Council requires the policy to address immediate and high-impact actions while also serving as a strategic document to support future funding applications and partnerships. After a competitive tendering process, This has now been awarded to Axion Solutions Limited.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-bf7eb5f4-3768-4e7e-851a-6d2cbcf5729c
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a9c96dbd-2ea3-4e5c-8cc0-4c9aeeb51fb7
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
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

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

90000000 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£10,980 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£10,980 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Jul 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
27 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
3 Mar 202511 months ago
Contract Period
12 Mar 2025 - 10 Sep 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
CAMBRIDGE CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Taiwo Muraina-Akinboade
Contact Email
procurement@huntingdonshire.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1480

Buyer Location

Locality
HUNTINGDON
Postcode
PE29 6YG
Post Town
Peterborough
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
Huntingdonshire
Electoral Ward
Huntingdon North
Westminster Constituency
Huntingdon

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

AXION SOLUTIONS

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