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Pagham Lagoon Water Quality Investigations

NATURAL ENGLAND

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11 Feb 2026 at 12:05

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16 Jan 2026 at 10:09

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09 Jan 2026 at 09:57

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "Pagham Lagoon Water Quality Investigations" was initiated by Natural England, a public authority within the central government, located at the Seacole Building, 2 Marsham Street, London. This process falls under the industry category of "Marine survey services." The tender aimed to address poor water quality at Pagham Lagoon, with the procurement method being an open competition below the threshold. The timeline included key activities such as a tender period ending on 26th January 2026, and the investigation completed by 31st March 2026. The contract was awarded to CARCINUS LTD, marking the procurement stage as complete, with a contract period from 2nd February to 31st March 2026.

This tender provides significant opportunities for companies specializing in environmental analysis and marine survey services. It is an excellent chance for SMEs like CARCINUS LTD to expand their portfolios by undertaking detailed water quality assessments that can influence long-term ecological interventions. Businesses equipped to perform comprehensive analyses of water pollutants and capable of providing actionable insights would find this project beneficial for growth. By successfully executing such contracts, companies can bolster their reputation in delivering complex environmental services, setting a strong precedent for future opportunities in the ecological and environmental sector.

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Notice Title

Pagham Lagoon Water Quality Investigations

Notice Description

Pagham Lagoon (Unit 1 of Pagham Harbour SSSI) has been reported as having poor water quality by an external stakeholder, who provided water quality data showing significantly elevated levels of E. coli, total coliforms, and Enterococci. While these parameters are not typically assessed by Natural England, the concentrations reported are of potential ecological concern. No other water quality data for the lagoon is currently available. Following further desk-based investigation, the source of the pollutants is still unknown. Natural England are therefore seeking to obtain a baseline understanding of the water quality condition at Pagham Lagoon and identify the sources of pollutants. This will allow Natural England to determine the best course of action to address the water quality issues within Pagham Lagoon. We will then use this baseline knowledge to implement targeted interventions to ensure SSSI condition improvement. The requirements for the investigation are: 1. Desk based review of known/mapped outfalls into the lagoon, and any other existing evidence. 2. Mapping of surface water drainage system that feeds into the lagoon, to identify key potential sources. 3. Testing of the water quality within the lagoon is expected to include a broad range of parameters to establish baseline conditions and identify potential sources of pollution. The following parameters should be assessed as a minimum: * Dissolved Oxygen * Biochemical Oxygen Demand (BOD) * Turbidity * Nitrogen (likely Dissolved Inorganic Nitrogen due to the saline nature) * Phosphorus (preferably soluble reactive phosphorous) * Ammonia * Conductivity * Temperature * Sulphate * Soluble reactive phosphorous Additional parameters of concern will include: * E. coli * Enterococci * Consideration will also be given to possible sediment sampling, subject to confirmation of lagoon connectivity and sediment deposition processes. * Sampling will be undertaken under various weather conditions to determine whether water quality fluctuations are linked to storm events. * Final written report compiling findings from the desk based and on the ground investigation, identifying and distinguishing sources of pollution, and recommendations for actions to improve water quality review of the information suppliers would need to decide whether they would be interested in an opportunity. This is to be completed by 31st March 2026

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06026e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/012340-2026
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

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71354500 - Marine survey services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£8,333 Under £100K
Lots Value
£8,333 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£8,250 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Feb 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
26 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Jan 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
2 Feb 2026 - 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
Kelly Jones
Contact Email
kelly.jones@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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CARCINUS

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