High Level Conservation Measures for the Wensum (Nutrient-Affected Features)

NATURAL ENGLAND

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Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement contracting process led by Natural England involves securing a consultant to develop high-level conservation measures to address nutrient-affected features within the River Wensum Special Area of Conservation. The procurement is categorised under environmental services, focusing on long-term ecological improvement. Based in London, Natural England functions as a central government public authority. This tender is currently in the active stage with an open procurement method suitable for below-threshold open competition. Key dates include the enquiry period ending on 26th June 2026 and the tender submission deadline on 1st July 2026, with the contract period running from 10th July to 4th September 2026.

The tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in environmental consulting, particularly those adept in planning and implementing large-scale conservation projects. It is especially suitable for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) given its suitability criteria. The project offers a platform for companies to demonstrate technical and commercial prowess as the evaluation will weigh technical capability at 65% and commercial aspects at 35%. Engaging in this project can help businesses establish their presence in the environmental services sector and contribute to meaningful ecological outcomes.

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Notice Title

High Level Conservation Measures for the Wensum (Nutrient-Affected Features)

Notice Description

The Nature Restoration Fund (NRF) is intended to support strategic, large-scale action to address environmental impacts arising from development, including nutrient enrichment affecting protected sites. Within the River Wensum Special Area of Conservation (SAC) catchment, the NRF provides an opportunity to identify and prioritise durable, landscape-scale conservation measures that deliver long-term ecological improvement and help restore the integrity and resilience of internationally important habitats and species. To procure a consultant to produce a high level list of potential, in perpetuity conservation measures that would benefit features of the River Wensum Special Area of Conservation (SAC) affected by nutrient enrichment (see Annex A). The output will support Natural England, local authorities, and catchment partners in shaping future nutrient mitigation, restoration and investment programmes.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06b7f0
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057765-2026
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

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

90700000 - Environmental services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£12,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£12,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Jun 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
1 Jul 20266 days to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
9 Jul 2026 - 4 Sep 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

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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