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TenderCancellation

13 Jul 2026 at 10:04

Tender

17 Jun 2026 at 11:56

Summary of the contracting process

Natural England, operating from London, embarked on a procurement process titled "NNR19/560 Stodmarsh NNR stop board and access improvements", which falls under the industry categories of excavating, earthmoving, and construction work for waterways. This process focused on enhancing access and water control structures at the Stodmarsh National Nature Reserve in Kent, UK. The procurement was initiated in the tender stage on June 17, 2026, with a submission deadline of July 6, 2026. However, due to the sole tender exceeding the estimated contract value, the procurement was cancelled on July 13, 2026. The tender was conducted as an open competition under the UKPGA legal framework, aimed at below threshold values, with a contract period intended from July 15 to September 1, 2026.

This tender presented significant opportunities for companies specialising in construction and environmental improvements, especially those with experience in waterways and concrete structures. The project could have provided valuable growth prospects for businesses capable of offering competitive pricing and innovative solutions within the financial constraints. Companies based in the UK, particularly those within the Kent region, would have been well-placed to engage in this procurement, aligning with Natural England's objectives to enhance natural reserves infrastructure while adhering to central government procurement standards. Engaging in such a tender offers businesses not only contract revenue but also enhances their portfolio within public sector projects.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

NNR19/560 Stodmarsh NNR stop board and access improvements

Notice Description

Creation and instillation of concrete access pad and water control stop board structure at Stodmarsh National Nature Reserve, Kent.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06b6d8
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065473-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK12 - Procurement Termination Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45112000 - Excavating and earthmoving work

45247100 - Construction work for waterways

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£49,999 Under £100K
Lots Value
£49,999 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Jul 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
6 Jul 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
15 Jul 2026 - 1 Sep 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Cancelled
Contracts Status
Not Specified

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
TLJ South East (England)

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

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