Tender

Single Supplier Framework for the provision of Ecological consultation and services, Centurion Way 2026-2028

SOUTH DOWNS NATIONAL PARK AUTHORITY

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Tender

23 Feb 2026 at 14:42

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The South Downs National Park Authority is inviting tenders under an open procedure for a framework contract titled "Single Supplier Framework for the provision of Ecological consultation and services, Centurion Way 2026-2028." This procurement falls under the services category, specifically targeting environmental monitoring and services related to construction. With a tender period closing on 2 April 2026, and the award set to be finalised by 14 May 2026, the project aims to support the ecological needs during the extension construction of Centurion Way in the UKJ region. The contract is set to begin on 18 May 2026 and will run until 17 May 2028, with an option to extend for an additional year based on construction progress.

This tender represents a significant business opportunity for firms specialising in ecological services and consultations, particularly those equipped to serve as Environmental Clerks of Works. The contract values gross at £374,400, offering substantial financial gain and the chance to establish a long-term relationship with a public authority. Businesses that can deliver high-quality services in resource management, sustainability, and social value are encouraged to compete. Importantly, the framework agreement supports direct awards, ensuring streamlined opportunities for growth without the need for reopening competition. Small and medium enterprises may find this framework particularly suitable, given the direct award mechanism and fixed hourly rates that provide financial predictability.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Single Supplier Framework for the provision of Ecological consultation and services, Centurion Way 2026-2028

Notice Description

South Downs National Park Authority (SDNPA) invites tenders for the provision of Ecological consultation and services to support the ongoing construction of an extension to the Centurion Way. The Project Team are seeking to establish a single supplier framework working to support the ecological requirements of the project from 18 May 2026 to 18 May 2028 with an option to extend for a further period of up to 12 months. The requirement includes the following three elements; * Environmental Clerk of Works * Ecological Consultation * Ecological Services

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: An option to extend the framework for up to 1 further year, depending on the progress of construction.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-065a43
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016136-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

CPV Codes

71313450 - Environmental monitoring for construction

90700000 - Environmental services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£312,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£312,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Feb 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
2 Apr 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
17 May 2026 - 17 May 2028 2-3 years
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
SOUTH DOWNS NATIONAL PARK AUTHORITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MIDHURST
Postcode
GU29 9DH
Post Town
Guildford
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ27 West Sussex (South West)
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)
Local Authority
Chichester
Electoral Ward
Midhurst
Westminster Constituency
Arundel and South Downs

Further Information

Notice Documents

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