Tender

The Provision of Ecology Services

LOUGHBOROUGH UNIVERSITY

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Tender

16 Mar 2026 at 12:52

Summary of the contracting process

Loughborough University is currently at the tender stage for the provision of Ecology Services, with an aim to secure efficient and sustainable environmental services that align with best practices and comply with legislative requirements. This public procurement falls under the environmental services industry category and will be conducted through an open procedure. The procurement process is taking place in the United Kingdom, specifically in Loughborough. Key dates include an organised site visit on 30th March, an enquiry period closing on 10th April, and a submission deadline by 24th April. The contract is estimated at £300,000 and covers services starting from 1st August 2026 for two years, with potential extensions available.

This opportunity presents significant potential for businesses specialising in ecological services, particularly SMEs and VCSEs, to contribute innovative solutions that enhance ecological awareness within the University and local community. Companies focusing on environmental compliance and sustainable service delivery are well-suited to respond to this tender. The tender outlines award criteria strongly weighing pricing and technical quality, along with a focus on community benefits. This contract not only offers monetary value but also an engagement chance for enterprises looking to establish long-term relationships with educational institutions and play a part in enhancing sustainability profiles.

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Notice Title

The Provision of Ecology Services

Notice Description

Loughborough University are seeking an efficient, high quality Ecology Service, conducted in an environmentally sound and sustainable manner in accordance with legislation, best practice and the requirements of the University. Requirements include (but are not limited to):- - Support for compliance with obligations and regulatory requirements working with the University to develop Ecology related plans - Deliver on requirements for BNG relating to onsite projects - Being fully compliant as a service with legislation, regulations and best practice - Providing effective Account Management, meeting in full the requirements of the Service required and Key Performance Indicators - Providing innovative solutions for supporting engagement with students, staff, tenants and the local community to increase awareness of and engagement with nature and biodiversity to enhance the University's sustainability profile. A site visit has been arranged for Monday 30th March - details are in the tender. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Delta eSourcing portal at: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Loughborough:-Environmental-services./5948G58MH3 To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/5948G58MH3

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-066afb
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023480-2026
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
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

90700000 - Environmental services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£300,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£300,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Mar 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
24 Apr 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Jul 2026 - 31 Jul 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LOUGHBOROUGH UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LOUGHBOROUGH
Postcode
LE11 3TU
Post Town
Leicester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF22 Leicestershire CC and Rutland
Delivery Location
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire

Local Authority
Charnwood
Electoral Ward
Loughborough Ashby
Westminster Constituency
Loughborough

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