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Analysis of Soil Samples for Natural England's Long Term Monitoring Network 2026 - 2027

NATURAL ENGLAND

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11 Aug 2026 at 06:40

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by Natural England is currently in the tender stage, with a focus on laboratory services under the industry category "Laboratory services." This opportunity, titled "Analysis of Soil Samples for Natural England's Long Term Monitoring Network 2026 - 2027," involves the analysis of soil samples from four monitoring sites to assess a variety of soil parameters. Located in the United Kingdom and managed by a central government public authority, this tender seeks services with a total estimated contract value of GBP 32,000. The procurement method is an open competition, classified as below threshold. Interested parties are required to submit their quotations by 1 pm on 1st September 2026, with the contract period running from 7th September 2026 to 19th March 2027.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in laboratory services, particularly those experienced in soil analysis and environmental monitoring. Companies with expertise in conducting comprehensive soil parameter analyses will be well-positioned to compete, especially if they can demonstrate familiarity with long-term monitoring protocols. The open competition nature of the procurement method allows a diverse range of businesses the opportunity to bid, thereby fostering growth for small to medium enterprises looking to expand their public sector client base. This tender could bolster a company's portfolio by aligning with the high standards expected by a central government authority like Natural England, enhancing professional credibility and market reach in the environmental analysis sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Analysis of Soil Samples for Natural England's Long Term Monitoring Network 2026 - 2027

Notice Description

This project comprises laboratory analysis of soil samples collected from four of Natural England's Long Term Monitoring sites. Analyses required include a range of physico-chemical and biological soil parameters to enable interpretation of above and below-ground environmental changes and to indicate long-term changes in soil characteristics, functions and biodiversity. Owing to the long-term nature of the project, analyses are required to follow existing protocols (as detailed in the request for quotation).

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06e0b5
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/075968-2026
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

71900000 - Laboratory services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£32,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£32,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Aug 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
1 Sep 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
6 Sep 2026 - 19 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
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Contact Email
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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

Further Information

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