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Summary of the contracting process

On 4th June 2026, Velindre University NHS Trust awarded a contract for ecological supervision services to RSK GROUP LIMITED, under the title "Ecological Supervision change to 2-stage method of work at Longwood drive." This project, located at Longwood Drive, Forest Farm, falls within the "Supervision of building work" industry category and aims to support dormouse conservation efforts. The process utilised a selective procurement method, under the GPA Framework RM6187, Lot 9, with direct award made to the contractor. With a contract value of £32,605, the procurement was completed under a restricted procedure, marking the process as active upon completion.

The contract presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in ecological and environmental services, particularly those experienced in handling projects involving protected species. This procurement aligns with business growth strategies for entities capable of delivering high-quality supervision services, emphasizing both cost and ecological compliance. Companies looking to establish or expand operations in the ecology or construction sectors could greatly benefit from participating in similar tenders facilitated by health trusts and regional authorities in the UK, under frameworks like the GPA.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Ecological Supervision change to 2-stage method of work at Longwood drive

Notice Description

This agreement covers the provision of additional ecological supervision services by RSK BIOCensus to support a revised 2-stage vegetation clearance method at Longwood Drive, Forest Farm, undertaken under the European Protected Species Development Licence (EPSDL) for dormouse conservation. The requirement is being procured through the GPA Framework RM6187, Lot 9. A direct award has been made to RSK BIOCensus under the framework for the provision of additional ecological supervision services associated with the revised two-stage clearance methodology.

Lot Information

Business

This agreement covers the provision of additional ecological supervision services by RSK BIOCensus to support a revised 2-stage vegetation clearance method at Longwood Drive, Forest Farm, undertaken under the European Protected Species Development Licence (EPSDL) for dormouse conservation. The requirement is being procured through the GPA Framework RM6187, Lot 9. A direct award has been made to RSK BIOCensus under the framework for the provision of additional ecological supervision services associated with the revised two-stage clearance methodology.

Options: Initial duration of 4 years with the option to extend for an additional two years in single or multiple increments.

Strategy and Policy

Provision of strategic objective advice relating to corporate strategies or government policy. This included identification of options with recommendations as well as implementation and delivery. Additional information: A framework contract was awarded to 36 suppliers. We also reserved the right to award a framework to any bidders whose final score was within 1 % of the last awarded position. The last awarded position is 30th position.

Complex and Transformation

Provision of objective advice on complex programmes or portfolios of work which may be multi-disciplinary and/or transformational. This included identification of options with recommendations, as well as implementation and delivery. Additional information: A framework contract was awarded to 30 suppliers. We also reserved the right to award a framework to any bidders whose final score was within 1 % of the last awarded position. The last awarded position is 30th position.

Finance

Provision of objective strategic and operational financial advice. This included identification of options with recommendations as well as implementation and delivery. Additional information: A framework contract was awarded to 25 suppliers. We also reserved the right to award a framework to any bidders whose final score was within 1 % of the last awarded position. The last awarded position is 25th position.

HR

Provision of objective advice on HR which included identification of options with recommendations as well as implementation and delivery. Additional information: A framework contract was awarded to 30 suppliers. We also reserved the right to award a framework to any bidders whose final score was within 1 % of the last awarded position. The last awarded position is 30th position.

Procurement and Supply Chain

Provision of objective advice in relation to procurement, and supply chain, This included identification of options with recommendations as well as implementation and delivery. Additional information: A framework contract was awarded to 35 suppliers. We also reserved the right to award a framework to any bidders whose final score was within 1 % of the last awarded position. The last awarded position is 30th position.

Health, Social Care and Community

Provision of objective specialist advice in areas related to health, social care and/or community. This included identification of options with recommendations as well as implementation and delivery. Additional information: A framework contract was awarded to 41 suppliers. We also reserved the right to award a framework to any bidders whose final score was within 1 % of the last awarded position. The last awarded position is 40th position.

Infrastructure including Transport

Provision of objective specialist advice on areas related to infrastructure and/or transport. This included identification of options with recommendations. Additional information: A framework contract was awarded to 44 suppliers. We also reserved the right to award a framework to any bidders whose final score was within 1 % of the last awarded position. The last awarded position is 40th position.

Environmental Sustainability and Socio-Economic Development

Provision of objective strategic advice in areas related to environmental and/or sustainability. This included identification of options with recommendations as well as implementation and delivery. Additional information: A framework contract was awarded to 41 suppliers. We also reserved the right to award a framework to any bidders whose final score was within 1 % of the last awarded position. The last awarded position is 40th position.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-02e43a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059365-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large, SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

66 - Financial and insurance services

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

85 - Health and social work services

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

98 - Other community, social and personal services


CPV Codes

66121000 - Mergers and acquisition services

66170000 - Financial consultancy, financial transaction processing and clearing-house services

66171000 - Financial consultancy services

66519600 - Actuarial services

66523000 - Pension fund consultancy services

71241000 - Feasibility study, advisory service, analysis

71247000 - Supervision of building work

71311200 - Transport systems consultancy services

71311210 - Highways consultancy services

71311300 - Infrastructure works consultancy services

71313100 - Noise-control consultancy services

71351200 - Geological and geophysical consultancy services

71351210 - Geophysical consultancy services

71351220 - Geological consultancy services

71800000 - Consulting services for water-supply and waste consultancy

72100000 - Hardware consultancy services

72200000 - Software programming and consultancy services

72221000 - Business analysis consultancy services

72222000 - Information systems or technology strategic review and planning services

72224000 - Project management consultancy services

73210000 - Research consultancy services

73220000 - Development consultancy services

79000000 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

79200000 - Accounting, auditing and fiscal services

79210000 - Accounting and auditing services

79211200 - Compilation of financial statements services

79212500 - Accounting review services

79221000 - Tax consultancy services

79311400 - Economic research services

79311410 - Economic impact assessment

79400000 - Business and management consultancy and related services

79410000 - Business and management consultancy services

79411000 - General management consultancy services

79411100 - Business development consultancy services

79412000 - Financial management consultancy services

79414000 - Human resources management consultancy services

79418000 - Procurement consultancy services

79419000 - Evaluation consultancy services

85000000 - Health and social work services

85100000 - Health services

85322000 - Community action programme

85323000 - Community health services

90700000 - Environmental services

90710000 - Environmental management

90711000 - Environmental impact assessment other than for construction

90711200 - Environmental standards other than for construction

90711300 - Environmental indicators analysis other than for construction

90711400 - Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) services other than for construction

90711500 - Environmental monitoring other than for construction

90712000 - Environmental planning

90712500 - Environmental institution building or planning

90713000 - Environmental issues consultancy services

90720000 - Environmental protection

90731100 - Air quality management

98200000 - Equal opportunities consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£2,949,911,705 £1B-£10B

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Jun 20262 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Aug 20215 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Velindre University NHS Trust
Additional Buyers

Department for Business, Energy & Industrial Strategy

Department for Energy Security and Net Zero

Greater Manchester Combined Authority

National Highways

The Minister for the Cabinet Office acting through Crown Commercial Service

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CARDIFF
Postcode
CF15 7QZ
Postcode Area
Cardiff
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL51 Central Valleys and Bridgend
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Rhondda Cynon Taf
Electoral Ward
Taff's Well
Westminster Constituency
Cardiff North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
17
Supplier Names

2020 Delivery Ltd, trading as The PSC

31ten Consulting Limited

4C Associates LTD

6 Point 6 Limited

AA Projects Ltd

AECOM Limited

Accenture (UK) Limited

Actica Consulting Ltd

Agilia Infrastructure Partners Limited

Agilisys Limited

Albany Beck Consultancy Services

Alchemmy Consulting Limited

Deloitte LLP

Ernst and Young LLP

RSK GROUP LIMITED

The4OC

Turner and Townsend Cost Management Limited

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