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Green Infrastructure Standards Project

DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL

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Award

18 Jan 2019 at 10:02

Tender

30 Aug 2018 at 15:20

Summary of the contracting process

The Defra Network eTendering Portal is currently managing the Green Infrastructure Standards Project, which aims to deliver a practical framework of Green Infrastructure (GI) standards for local authorities, developers, and communities across England. The project is classified under technical analysis or consultancy services and falls within the services procurement category. The tender process is at the Award stage, with the contract awarded on 27 November 2018 for a total value of £101,333, lasting from 28 November 2018 to 31 March 2019. The tender period ended on 24 September 2018, and the contract potentially benefits various geographical areas, including the United Kingdom and beyond.

This procurement presents substantial opportunities for businesses, particularly those in consultancy services focusing on environmental and infrastructure development. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary sector organisations (VSCEs) are particularly well-suited to compete in this project, given its emphasis on accessibility and community-focused outcomes. Engaging in this project could allow businesses to enhance their offerings, expand their market presence, and contribute to sustainable development efforts in local communities.

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Notice Title

Green Infrastructure Standards Project

Notice Description

This project will assist Natural England in delivering a commitment in the Government's 25 Year Environment Plan to develop a practical framework of easy to use Green Infrastructure (GI) standards to help local authorities, developers, landowners and communities to deliver more good quality GI, and provide the many benefits local communities need and want, consistently across England, in particular addressing areas where the benefits are needed most. The project is also assisting the Parks Action Group, set up by MHCLG, to help England's public parks and green spaces meet the needs of communities now and in the future. The main project outcomes include - improvements to green infrastructure in England to increase the provision of public goods/benefits, through provision of ecosystems services. - increased and consistent investment in GI over and above current levels, for both the establishment and long term maintenance of GI; utilisation of new, different models of funding. - more equitable provision of GI; Increased number of visits to greenspace. The outputs / scope includes - An evidence review of GI Standards - A Framework of GI Standards, accompanied by guidance on how to apply them - Piloting and testing of the draft framework of Standards by stakeholders - Launch of the Standards and guidance - Training of Natural England staff and provision of training materials, and - Developing a monitoring and evaluation framework for implementation of the Standards. The Project is steered by a cross-departmental group, chaired by Defra. Natural England has established an Advisory Group of stakeholders, and will set up a wider Reference Group to advice and engage in the development of the Framework. Following completion of the Framework of Standards, the Project Steering Group will work with MHCLG to see how Government's commitments on green infrastructure can be incorporated into national planning guidance and policy 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-c565f99b-4233-4558-be55-6b58bb501a65
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/12e52555-9dff-435a-9c1e-96dcca0eec35
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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

71621000 - Technical analysis or consultancy services

73220000 - Development consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£101,333 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£101,333 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Jan 20197 years ago
Submission Deadline
24 Sep 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Nov 20187 years ago
Contract Period
28 Nov 2018 - 31 Mar 2019 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
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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

LDA DESIGN

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