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Socio-economic impacts of marine Invasive Non-Native Species - case studies from the UK

NATURAL ENGLAND

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process is being conducted by Natural England, a public authority under the central government, and aims to explore the socio-economic impacts of marine invasive non-native species in the UK. Titled "Socio-economic impacts of marine Invasive Non-Native Species - case studies from the UK", the tender falls under the Environmental Services industry category and is open to competition below the threshold. Located in London, the submission deadline is 10th August 2026, with key clarification questions to be submitted by 22nd July 2026. The procurement stage is currently active, and the project is anticipated to last for seven months, beginning on 31st August 2026 and ending by 31st March 2027.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in environmental consultancy, research, and biosecurity solutions, particularly those catering to marine and ecological sectors. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in stakeholder engagement, report production, and biosecurity practices will find this project aligned with their skill sets. By contributing to this project, businesses can leverage their expertise to influence national biosecurity strategies, showcasing competitive advantages and potentially establishing themselves as leaders in environmental services. Given the open procurement method, the process welcomes a diverse range of applicants, allowing broad participation and fostering innovative approaches to tackling the challenges posed by non-native species.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Socio-economic impacts of marine Invasive Non-Native Species - case studies from the UK

Notice Description

The aim of this project is to research and develop a series of case studies demonstrating real costs of marine invasive non-native species to UK operators and marine users and comparative costs of good practice biosecurity to support continued efforts to progress uptake of marine biosecurity measures. The project should take 7 months and involve stakeholder interviews, production of a report and slide pack.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06c5c1
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065001-2026
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
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
£25,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£25,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Jul 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
10 Aug 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Aug 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NATURAL ENGLAND
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
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
Not specified
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Further Information

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