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Deer Protected Sites Strategy (PSS): New Forest South Deer Management Group Coordinator

NATURAL ENGLAND

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22 Dec 2025 at 14:31

Tender

06 Nov 2025 at 12:08

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Deer Protected Sites Strategy (PSS): New Forest South Deer Management Group Coordinator" was overseen by Natural England, a central government public authority based in London. The industry category is services, specifically focusing on nature reserve services. The project is located in the UK, particularly in the New Forest National Park region. The procurement stage is complete, with the contract being awarded to AXION SOLUTIONS LTD. The tender was conducted as an open competition below the threshold, allowing broad participation. Key dates include the contract start on 8th December 2025 and its conclusion on 31st March 2026. The total contract value amounted to £19,507.50, grossing at £23,409.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in ecological and wildlife management services to enhance their visibility and credibility by collaborating with a governmental body. SMEs, particularly those with expertise in nature reserve services, would be well-positioned to benefit from such opportunities. By engaging in this venture, companies can leverage their skills in supporting environmental sustainability initiatives, thus establishing a foothold in future collaborations within the public sector. The procurement method fosters competition, providing an ideal platform for smaller enterprises to showcase their capabilities and expand their business networks.

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Notice Title

Deer Protected Sites Strategy (PSS): New Forest South Deer Management Group Coordinator

Notice Description

Coordinator to support the development of a Deer Management Group in The New Forest National Park

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05dbbc
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/085451-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services


CPV Codes

92533000 - Nature reserve services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£20,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£20,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£19,507 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
23 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
3 Dec 20252 months ago
Contract Period
8 Dec 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NATURAL ENGLAND
Contact Name
Stuart Hales
Contact Email
jennifer.thomas@naturalengland.org.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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
TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

AXION SOLUTIONS

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