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Durham Coast SSSI Condition Assessment of the Breeding Seabird Colony

Natural England

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20 May 2026 at 12:10

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TenderUpdate

23 Apr 2026 at 14:46

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22 Apr 2026 at 09:14

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17 Apr 2026 at 10:41

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17 Apr 2026 at 06:58

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Durham Coast SSSI Condition Assessment of the Breeding Seabird Colony" was led by Natural England, a central government public authority located in London, United Kingdom. The process recently concluded with the award of the contract dated 1st May 2026, and the contract period extends to 1st December 2026. Natural England sought services through an open competition below the threshold, focusing on the survey of seabird colonies along the Durham Coast. The procurement method ensured an inclusive opportunity for various service providers with a preference for SMEs. The main procurement category is services, specifically survey services, with a total contract value of £7,740 net (£9,288 gross).

This tender presents considerable opportunities for businesses involved in ecological and biodiversity surveying services. Firms specialising in ecological assessments and bird colony surveys could find growth potential through similar government contracts. The engagement with Natural England, as the contractual authority, heightens the opportunity's appeal due to its reputable standing in environmental management. Given the suitability criteria, SMEs are particularly well-positioned to leverage this procurement opportunity to expand their portfolio and increase their market presence in public sector tenders.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Durham Coast SSSI Condition Assessment of the Breeding Seabird Colony

Notice Description

To carry out a breeding bird survey of the seabird colony at Durham Coast SSSI, in line with JNCC CSM standards. Species include cormorant, kittiwake, fulmar, herring gull and razorbill. The survey effort should be within three key areas along the coast (approx. 10km).

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0684a8
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046297-2026
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

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

CPV Codes

79311000 - Survey services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£10,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£10,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£7,740 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 May 20263 months ago
Submission Deadline
30 Apr 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 May 20263 months ago
Contract Period
1 May 2026 - 1 Dec 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Natural England
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 4DF
Postcode Area
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
TLC North 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

Ecology Consulting

Further Information

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