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Chippenham Fen NNR Peat Restoration Project 2026

NATURAL ENGLAND

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20 Jul 2026 at 14:17

UK4 - Tender Notice
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17 Jul 2026 at 09:51

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Chippenham Fen NNR Peat Restoration Project 2026, initiated by Natural England, seeks to undertake essential works such as repairing tracks and installing a culvert and two dams on a wetland nature reserve. The tender for this project, classified under the works category and specific to dam construction, is located in the UKH region of the United Kingdom. The procurement process is currently in the tender update stage, with an open procurement method allowing for below-threshold open competition. Key dates include the submission deadline for quotations by 23:59 on 10 August 2026, with a contract period starting on 1 September 2026 and concluding on 31 October 2026.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses in the construction and environmental restoration sectors, notably those experienced in dam construction and related wetland infrastructure projects. With a project value of £17,000 gross and a strong emphasis on suitability for SMEs, the competition is well-suited for small and medium-sized enterprises looking to enhance their portfolios in governmental projects. Engaging in this procurement not only offers financial rewards but also permits the successful bidder to contribute significantly to environmental conservation efforts.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Chippenham Fen NNR Peat Restoration Project 2026

Notice Description

Repair tracks, install a culvert and 2 dams on a Wetland Nature reserve.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06cd92
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068342-2026
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
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45247210 - Dam construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£14,166 Under £100K
Lots Value
£14,166 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
10 Aug 20264 days to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Aug 2026 - 31 Oct 2026 1-6 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
TLH East (England)
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Further Information

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