Tender

Wealden Heaths - Strategic Recreation Management Evaluation

NATURAL ENGLAND

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Summary of the contracting process

Natural England has issued a tender titled "Wealden Heaths - Strategic Recreation Management Evaluation", inviting suppliers to deliver a comprehensive analysis of recreation management practices from UK and European sites. This research aims to inform strategy for managing the Wealden Heaths National Nature Reserve in Surrey, a vast 2,700-hectare area facing significant visitor pressure. The procurement process is currently at the tender stage, with submissions required by midday on 8 December 2025. The project falls under the Research and Development Consultancy services category and is being conducted as an open competition below the threshold. Prospective suppliers must email their submissions to Victoria Hawkins at Natural England. The contract is anticipated to commence on 5 January 2026 and conclude by 20 March 2026.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in ecological assessment, policy analysis, and stakeholder engagement to contribute to conservation efforts and expand their portfolios. It favours participation from SMEs and VCSEs, encouraging diverse business inclusion. The successful bidder will help shape the future management strategy of Wealden Heaths, addressing ecological risks and mitigation projects, which could pave the way for further consultancy opportunities in environmental management. Businesses with expertise in delivering evidence-based reports and strategic recommendations in high-pressure visitor environments are well-suited to compete for this contract.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Wealden Heaths - Strategic Recreation Management Evaluation

Notice Description

Natural England seeks a supplier to deliver a high-level analysis of recreation management approaches from other UK and European sites to inform strategy for the Wealden Heaths National Nature Reserve (NNR), a 2,700-hectare lowland heath landscape under high visitor pressure, in Surrey. The work includes reviewing external mitigation projects and funding models, assessing ecological risks, exploring enforcement options, and summarising engagement strategies. The outcome will be a concise evidence-based report with practical recommendations for a locally adapted recreation and biodiversity management strategy. Suppliers should demonstrate expertise in ecological assessment, policy analysis, and stakeholder engagement.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05e398
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/079948-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£25,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£25,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Dec 2025Today
Submission Deadline
8 Dec 20253 days to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
5 Jan 2026 - 20 Mar 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NATURAL ENGLAND
Contact Name
Victoria Hawkins
Contact Email
victoria.hawkins@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
TLJ South East (England)

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

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