Tender

Long Term Monitoring Network - Vegetation Survey - Chobham Common NNR -2026

NATURAL ENGLAND

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TenderUpdate

12 Mar 2026 at 12:58

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Tender

09 Mar 2026 at 09:55

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The recent tender update by Natural England, a central government public authority based in London, pertains to the "Long Term Monitoring Network - Vegetation Survey" at Chobham Common NNR. This active procurement process, focusing on surveying and research services, offers a below-threshold open competition. Interested parties must submit their quotations by 12 midday on 31 March 2026, directed to the specified email contact. The project involves conducting a detailed vegetation survey that includes the identification and recording of plant species across fifty permanent monitoring plots, with a follow-up soil sample collection near each plot. The procurement is labelled under surveying and research services, with the contract period from 13 April to 31 December 2026, creating a substantial opportunity for service providers in the environmental research sector.

This tender represents a promising opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) that specialise in ecological surveying and environmental consultancy. Businesses equipped with capabilities in data collection and analysis, particularly those familiar with high-accuracy GPS and biological sample collection, stand to benefit. The scope of work includes relocation and data recording of permanent plot markers, ensuring precise data compilation for Natural England's ongoing monitoring initiatives. Engaging in this project could enhance business profiles, expand expertise in large-scale environmental surveys, and strengthen partnerships with public sector entities. With the contract valued at an estimated £16,000, participants have the potential to significantly contribute to ecological research efforts while gaining valuable industry experience.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Long Term Monitoring Network - Vegetation Survey - Chobham Common NNR -2026

Notice Description

A full repeat vegetation survey for Natural England's Long Term Monitoring Network project at Chobham Common NNR. A vegetation survey comprising recording of plant species presence and cover, and other attributes across 50 2mx2m permanent monitoring plots across the site. Preparation work includes relocating the permanent plot markers - feno markers - and re-recording the exact location using high-accuracy gps. The collected data is provided on an Excel template and quality assured, with a short summary report. The contract will also include collecting a soil sample near to each of the 50 plots.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0664f7
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022297-2026
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

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

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

CPV Codes

71355000 - Surveying services

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

79311000 - Survey services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£13,333 Under £100K
Lots Value
£13,333 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Mar 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
31 Mar 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
12 Apr 2026 - 31 Dec 2026 6-12 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
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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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
Not specified
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

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