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701578874 - Southern Region Airfield Wildlife Control Contract

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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13 Sep 2021 at 21:45

Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence is currently seeking suppliers for the "Southern Region Airfield Wildlife Control Contract," aimed at providing environmental services to manage wildlife around several RAF aerodromes, including RAF Benson and RAF Brize Norton. This contract is at the active tender stage, with submissions due by 13 October 2021. The contract, valued at £3,337,000, is set to start on 1 March 2022 and will run until 28 February 2027. Proposals must be submitted electronically via the CP&F system, and potential suppliers are encouraged to register on the Defence Sourcing Portal for access to all necessary information and documentation.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) specialised in environmental services and risk management. Businesses with expertise in wildlife control, ecological surveys, and compliance with military regulations will find themselves well-positioned to compete for this contract. The project not only aims to enhance the safety of military aviation but also encourages collaboration among local landowners, providing a unique environment for businesses to expand their operations by engaging in government-funded services.

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Notice Title

701578874 - Southern Region Airfield Wildlife Control Contract

Notice Description

The Contractor shall provide an effective and efficient wildlife control system in accordance with the regulation and guidance given in the Military Aviation Authority (MAA) Regulatory Article (RA) 3270 and the RA 3500 series. The specified references shall be deemed to imply the current editions as from time to time amended. The aim is to reduce the presence of hazardous birds and wildlife in and around the vicinity of the aerodromes at RAF Benson, RAF Brize Norton, RAF Northolt and RAF Odiham by means of observation, recording, reporting and survey, assessing the local wildlife population, wildlife behaviour and the effect on aircraft flying at or near that aerodrome, and taking appropriate action to reduce the hazard. Where wildlife control activity is necessary outside the boundaries of the aerodrome, the Contractor shall liaise directly with occupiers of land in the vicinity and Airfield Wildlife Control Units (AWCU) at neighbouring aerodromes (i.e. within the 13km safeguarding zone) with a view to reducing the air safety risk posed by that site.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Contractor shall provide an effective and efficient wildlife control system in accordance with the regulation and guidance given in the Military Aviation Authority (MAA) Regulatory Article (RA) 3270 and the RA 3500 series. The specified references shall be deemed to imply the current editions as from time to time amended. The aim is to reduce the presence of hazardous birds and wildlife in and around the vicinity of the aerodromes at RAF Benson, RAF Brize Norton, RAF Northolt and RAF Odiham by means of observation, recording, reporting and survey, assessing the local wildlife population, wildlife behaviour and the effect on aircraft flying at or near that aerodrome, and taking appropriate action to reduce the hazard. Where wildlife control activity is necessary outside the boundaries of the aerodrome, the Contractor shall liaise directly with occupiers of land in the vicinity and Airfield Wildlife Control Units (AWCU) at neighbouring aerodromes (i.e. within the 13km safeguarding zone) with a view to reducing the air safety risk posed by that site. Specification, locations and quantities are detailed in the procurement documentation which is available on the Defence Sourcing Portal www.contracts.mod.uk In order to participate, suppliers must log into the Defence Sourcing Portal via www.contracts.mod.uk, express interest and complete a Pre-Qualifying Questionnaire (PQQ). Further details on the PQQ can be found at section

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-02e03d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022734-2021
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

90700000 - Environmental services

90721800 - Natural risks or hazards protection services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£3,337,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£3,337,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Sep 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
13 Oct 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Mar 2022 - 28 Feb 2027 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE
Contact Name
Kyle Marfil
Contact Email
kyle.marfil100@mod.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
HIGH WYCOMBE
Postcode
N/A
Post Town
Not specified
Country
Not specified

Major Region (ITL 1)
Not specified
Basic Region (ITL 2)
Not specified
Small Region (ITL 3)
Not specified
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Not specified
Electoral Ward
Not specified
Westminster Constituency
Not specified

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