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Summary of the contracting process

The tender titled "NNR19/0558 - Stodmarsh Ditch Restoration with associated bund creation and culvert creation" is organised by Natural England, a central government public authority in the UK. This procurement is at the tender update stage, aiming to restore a historic ditch at Stodmarsh National Nature Reserve (NNR), located in the UKJ region. The contract is under the 'works' industry category, specifically involving the hire of earthmoving equipment. Interested parties are required to attend a site visit on either 14th or 15th July 2026 and must submit their quotations via email by 17:30 on 14th August 2026. The contract period runs from 28th September 2026 to 14th December 2026, with procurement conducted as an open competition below threshold, with no electronic submissions allowed.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in earthmoving and excavation services to engage with public sector works. Companies that have experience in environmental restoration and those equipped to handle challenging terrain will find themselves well-suited for this contract. The requirement for on-site evaluation before bidding ensures that potential contractors are well-prepared and familiar with site conditions, promoting informed and competitive offers. By meeting Natural England's specifications, businesses can enhance their portfolios with government contracts, thus fostering potential long-term growth through public sector engagement.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

NNR19/0558 - Stodmarsh Ditch Restoration with associated bund creation and culvert creation

Notice Description

Historic "lost" ditch restoration works, reprofiling and tracking in (bund) creation at Stodmarsh NNR. Please note reedbed area is largely unknown and has 2m+ deep areas of soft silt sometimes unsuitable for even low ground pressure excavators.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06c55a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065257-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender 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

45520000 - Hire of earthmoving equipment with operator

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£40,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£40,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Jul 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
14 Aug 20265 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
27 Sep 2026 - 14 Dec 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
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

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
TLJ South East (England)

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

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