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Durham Coast SSSI Condition Assessment of the Non-Breeding Bird Assemblage

NATURAL ENGLAND

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31 Jul 2026 at 08:41

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30 Jul 2026 at 10:44

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23 Jul 2026 at 08:15

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Summary of the contracting process

Natural England, acting as the buying organisation, is seeking to engage in a public procurement process for the "Durham Coast SSSI Condition Assessment of the Non-Breeding Bird Assemblage." This tender falls under the industry category of survey services, specifically targeting the collection of data on non-breeding waterbirds, including species such as the Purple Sandpiper, Sanderling, and Turnstone. The procurement process is at the tender stage, with an active status, and is executed using an open competition method. Prospective tenderers should note that the submission deadline for quotations is set for 17:00 on Monday, 17th August 2026. The services are to be delivered in the UK, specifically focused on the UKC region, with the contract expected to commence on 26th August 2026 and last until 5th July 2027, excluding potential extensions.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in ecological and environmental surveys, particularly those with expertise in ornithology and data collection related to bird assemblages. It is well-suited for SMEs, given its open procurement method and below-threshold competition specifications. Participating in this project could allow businesses to grow by expanding their portfolio and enhancing their credibility through collaboration with a central government authority like Natural England. Interested companies would benefit from demonstrating their ability to effectively gather and analyse environmental data, ensuring compliance with specific RFQ submissions and deadlines to compete effectively. Additionally, the contract includes possible extensions, providing a longer-term engagement opportunity.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Durham Coast SSSI Condition Assessment of the Non-Breeding Bird Assemblage

Notice Description

The survey will collect data on the abundance and distribution non-breeding waterbirds on Durham Coast, in particular Purple Sandpiper (Calidris maritima), Sanderling (Calidris alba) and Turnstone (Arenaria interpres). Please note: It is mandatory for suppliers to provide costs for all scenarios

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: The contract has been designed to include a 4 month extension to allow completion of the end of season survey and preparation of the final report. In addition, there is the option of a further 2 month extension, bringing the total possible extension period to 6 months.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06d16c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072498-2026
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

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

CPV Codes

79311000 - Survey services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£58,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£58,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Jul 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
17 Aug 20262 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
25 Aug 2026 - 5 Jul 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
TLC North East (England)
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Further Information

Notice Documents

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