Tender

Thetford Town Council Land Management Tender

THETFORD TOWN COUNCIL - MAIN NUMBER

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06 Mar 2018 at 11:07

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12 Feb 2018 at 12:29

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Thetford Town Council is seeking to appoint a land management agent through an open procurement process for the Land Management Tender, identified as TTC/17/007. This contract aims to assist the council in managing its commons and green spaces effectively and will span from April 1, 2018, to March 31, 2021, with an option for annual review. The tender period will conclude on March 2, 2018, at noon. Interested parties should ensure that their submissions meet specified requirements, including a written quote for consultancy services and proof of relevant insurance. Proposals must be submitted to Thetford Town Council, Kings House, King Street, Thetford, Norfolk, IP24 2AT.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in land management, environmental consultancy, and countryside conservation. Given the focus on fulfilling legal responsibilities and managing natural habitats, companies with experience in these areas will be well-positioned to bid successfully. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate, as this contract allows for sustainable engagement with the local community while potentially accessing external funding for countryside management initiatives.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Thetford Town Council Land Management Tender

Notice Description

Land Management Contract Thetford Town Council 1. Thetford Town Council wishes to appoint a land management agent to help us fulfil our legal duties in relation to managing our commons and green spaces in the town. The contract will be for the financial years April 2018- March 2021. The contract will be subject to an annual review at the end of the financial year. Either party will be able to withdraw from the arrangement without financial penalty . 2. We are looking for an agent who will help the Town Council to:- * Fulfil our legal responsibilities. * Manage the conservation of natural habitats on our land. * Promote access and involvement of residents * Get best value for services and work in partnership with other agencies. * Build capacity within the Town Council to manage their own sites 3. The Town Council require 20 x 8 hours days of consultancy advice. 4. Performance Indicators * Provide expert environmental advice on the Brecks and support the implementation of current management plans, responding to information requests within 5 working days. * Ensure that the council accesses all available external funds for managing countryside sites and help with completion of HLS claims. * To provide advice on the legal matters relating to countryside management. * To apply for permissions and consents that is required for conservation works. * To help with the ongoing health and safety improvements on sites including the mesh walk way on the summit and between flights of steps at Castle Motte * To help the Town Council maintain grazing at Barnham Cross Common, Melford Common and explore options for grazing of Castle Park Tender Requirements * A completed application form which is provided. * A written statement not exceeding 600 words giving details of your experience of countryside management and how you would you deliver the performance indicators listed above. * A written quote for 20 x 8 hours days of consultancy advice and an hourly rate for additional hours. * Copy of public liability/professional indemnity insurance * An example/copy of your Health & Safety Policy/Risk Assessments/Method Statements * 2 References (commercial/business) Please note that tenders that do not include all the above may be discarded. The Town Council will not consider electronic tenders or tenders received after the deadline date Contact name and number: Roz Barnett Amenities Officer, 07553 388552 rosalindbarnett@thetfordtowncouncil.gov.uk Tenders to be delivered by noon, on Friday the 2nd of March 2018 Sealed inner envelopes to be marked 'Land management Tender', for the attention of the Town Clerk, Thetford Town Council. Postal Address: Kings House, King Street, Thetford, Norfolk, IP24 2AT Details of the winning contract will be published IAW Local Government Transparency Code 2014.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-d86ddca8-8343-4c16-a0ae-8fc311d6a456
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dc666587-8b00-4ecc-bc73-d91003b06dbc
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 (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

77 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services

CPV Codes

77000000 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£6,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Mar 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
12 Mar 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2018 - 31 Mar 2021 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THETFORD TOWN COUNCIL - MAIN NUMBER
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
THETFORD
Postcode
IP24 2AT
Post Town
Ipswich
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH5 Norfolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH53 Breckland and South Norfolk
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Breckland
Electoral Ward
Thetford Castle
Westminster Constituency
South West Norfolk

Further Information

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