Planning

EA's Nature Footprint

ENVIRONMENT AGENCY

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Planning

18 Sep 2024 at 08:34

Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Environment Agency (EA) is in the planning stage for a procurement process titled "EA's Nature Footprint". This falls under the industry category of environmental issues consultancy services. The project aims to conduct an extensive assessment of the EA’s nature and biodiversity footprint. Key dates to note include the engagement end date, set for 16th October 2024. The procurement stage is currently in planning, and the scope includes various locations such as the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and the Rest of the World.

This tender offers significant opportunities for business growth, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in environmental consultancy, research and development consultancy services, or broader environmental services. By participating, businesses will have the chance to contribute to a cutting-edge project aimed at enhancing sustainability and compliance with international standards such as the Taskforce on Nature-related Financial Disclosures (TNFD). The project involves a comprehensive assessment that includes materiality evaluation, impact quantification, and the development of tools and reports, making it well-suited for firms experienced in complex environmental impact assessments and stakeholder engagement.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

EA's Nature Footprint

Notice Description

The Environment Agency (EA) intends to undertake a comprehensive assessment of its nature and biodiversity footprint. This project aims to identify and quantify the impacts of the EA's operations and supply chain on nature and biodiversity, forming the foundation for targeted, science-based management and disclosure reporting. The assessment will support the EA's commitment to sustainability and compliance with emerging international frameworks such as the Taskforce on Nature-related Financial Disclosures (TNFD). The nature and biodiversity footprint project itself will be to: 1. Fully scope and then conduct a comprehensive nature and biodiversity footprint assessment covering the EA's value chain, including a materiality assessment, and quantification of impacts of activities within direct operations, supply chain, and, where material, downstream impacts through partnership working and regulatory activities. 2. Evaluate both positive and negative impacts of the EA's activities on nature and biodiversity, including knock-on effects such as greenhouse gas emissions from land use change, invasive non-native species (INNS) risk, and social value derived from natural assets. 3. Provide a transparent tool and repeatable methodology to the EA. 4. Produce technical and summary reports, attend regular project meetings, and engage with stakeholders at all stages of the process. For further information, please see the attached Expression of Interest document. Please indicate your expression of interest and any feedback by 16th October 2024.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-c052f256-939c-4a1d-ba73-507b2abed94a
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8930c4a7-9500-43bf-a0ca-5f883a17f11a
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

CPV Codes

73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

90700000 - Environmental services

90713000 - Environmental issues 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
18 Sep 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
16 Oct 2024Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ENVIRONMENT AGENCY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 4DF
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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