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NWREP Project Evaluation Tender

NORTH WALES WILDLIFE TRUST

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14 Jun 2022 at 13:14

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06 May 2022 at 08:55

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Summary of the contracting process

The North Wales Wildlife Trust is seeking proposals for the NWREP Project Evaluation Tender, aimed at assessing the outcomes of the North Wales Resilient Ecosystems Pilot SMS Project. This procurement process falls under the services category, specifically focusing on environmental services. The tender period ended on 1st June 2022, and the award period concluded on 17th June 2022. The key contact for this tender is Kirsty Brown, the INNS Project Manager, who can be reached at +44 1248351541 or via email at Kirsty.Brown@NorthWalesWildlifeTrust.org.uk. The project is crucial for addressing the challenges posed by invasive non-native species across North Wales.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in environmental evaluations, biodiversity assessments, and related consultancy services. Companies with expertise in delivering similar projects, particularly those with a strong background in ecological studies or community engagement initiatives, would be well-suited to compete. Prospective suppliers should demonstrate their value for money, relevant experience, and capability to meet the outlined objectives within the specified budget of approximately £50,000 (excluding VAT).

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Notice Title

NWREP Project Evaluation Tender

Notice Description

NWREPP PROJECT EVALUATION TENDERThe North Wales Wildlife Trust wishes to appoint an independent, professional external evaluator to assess how the North Wales Resilient Ecosystems Pilot SMS Project (NWREPP) has performed against its forecast objectives and outputs; and to learn any lessons for future application. Overall, the successful evaluating organisation will be required to support the project in gathering evidence so that the evaluating organisation can produce an Evaluation Report at the end of the project.The project is focused on Invasive Non-Native Species (INNS). INNS are one of the biggest threats to our biodiversity, estimated to cost PS132,244,000 per annum to Wales in 2010; a figure which is likely to be far higher today.The following are proposed, though please note details have potential to change with funder approval as the project progresses:A) Evaluate 4 x Pilot Projects:Evaluation of objective 1: eDNA Horizon scanning pilotWorking with stakeholders and Local Action Groups we will develop and trial a citizen science eDNA tool kit that will enable horizon scanning for new and novel INNS on rivers in North Wales. A key output of this objective is to enable all of the North Wales river catchments to be monitored annually for a minimum of 3 years beyond the completion of this project.Evaluation of objective 2: Biosecurity Citizens Army: being developed to increase resilience to the spread of INNS across North WalesWorking with the WaREN 2 Project and Local Communities we will deliver an ambitious programme of training and engagement to begin to build a Biosecurity Citizens Army across North Wales. A key output of this objective is to have identified, trained and supported 4 community biosecurity champions to lead the initiatives within their local community.Evaluation of objective 3: Conservation Grazing: Pilot the use of conservation grazing as a tool for the ongoing management of INNSWorking with Project Partners we will undertake a trial of selective, time bound, conservation grazing as a low-cost nature-based solution for the long-term management of INNS within river catchments in North Wales. A key output of this pilot is source further funding to expand this trial if positive results are found within the pilot period.Evaluation of objective 4: Angling for Action InitiativeWorking with Rivers Trusts and angling clubs in North Wales we will develop an initiative with the aim of increasing the membership of the local angling community and, in turn, increase the involvement and commitment of anglers to their watery environment. A key output of the initiative is to undertake awareness raising and volunteer events which will encourage more participation in the conservation of rivers, the management of INNS and biosecurity.B) Evaluate the overall project:This will include the two additional objectives:Objective 5: Continue to undertake and expand the co-ordinated and sustainable management of INNS within the Dee catchmentWorking with Rivers Trusts and angling clubs in North Wales we will develop an initiative with the aim of increasing the membership of the local angling community and, in turn, increase the involvement and commitment of anglers to their watery environment. A key output of the initiative is to undertake awareness raising and volunteer events which will encourage more participation in the conservation of rivers, the management of INNS and biosecurity.Objective 6: Work with the WaREN 2 Project to provide support and assistance to other Local Action Groups within North Wales to assist them with co-ordinated and sustainable management of INNS.The project will work with the WaREN 2 to project to identify and engage with LAGS in North Wales. We will work with WaREN 2 to identify the barriers to progress for the LAGS an also we will physically support at least 3 LAGS to remove those barriers, for example through training in or the management of INNS.Evaluate the effectiveness of achieving all key objectives, outcomes and indicative targets.Evaluate the effectiveness of delivering environmental & socio-economic benefits.Evaluate the effectiveness of collaborative working.Undertake periodic reviews and produce a final report.The evaluator will be required to:Assess the project's delivery of aims, objectives, outcomes and indicators, and develop a methodology for the collation of quantitative and qualitative data that is achievable within the budget and the timeframe available (project completion: Jun 2023).Brief staff, partners and volunteers on the delivery of evaluation using the proposed methodology.Assist in the gathering of data by a range of methods as appropriate such as face to face meetings and interviews and/or running workshops, focus groups and similar with stakeholders.Ensure that project staff are made aware at timely and regular intervals of the actions to be undertaken to gather the data required and provide advice on methodologies.Link the project outcomes with the Welsh Government's emerging key challenges, emerging national priority areas for action and goals of the Well-being of Future Generations (Wales) Act 2015.This project has received funding through the Welsh Government Rural Communities - Rural Development Programme 2014-2020 - Sustainable Management Scheme which is funded by the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development and the Welsh Government.We anticipate that the evaluation of each pilot project and the overall project to cost approximately 1/5th of the overall cost each, i.e. 4 x pilot projects would make up 4/5ths of the total cost. Please provide tenders in the region of PS50,000 (excl. VAT).The quotation documents must contain all the necessary information for the supplier to be identified including:the address,contact details,Company Registration Number andVAT Number, if applicable.Selection Criteria include (but are not limited to):Value for MoneyExpertise, quality and experience with/successful delivery of similar projectsAbility to meet requirements within the timescale and budgetCompetencies/trainingOrganisational valuesEthical PolicyEnvironmental Policy/Green credentials/SustainabilityCarbon FootprintOrganisational Accreditations e.g. ISO 9001, Investors in PeopleBusiness LocationAny restrictions/considerations on ability to share data/IP/reportsPlease include statements with regard to the above Selection Criteria, and anything else you deem relevant, in your tender.This project has received funding through the Welsh Government Rural Communities - Rural Development Programme 2014-2020 - Sustainable Management Scheme which is funded by the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development and the Welsh Government.Please refer to the following for more information:2014-2020 WG RDP Competitive Procurement guidance: https://gov.wales/sites/default/files/publications/2018-05/european-maritime-and-fisheries-fund-2014-to-2020-technical-guidance-notes_0.pdfhttps://www.supply2govtenders.co.uk/the-ojeu-procurement-thresholds-2020-21/

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-kuma6s-121074
Publication Source
Sell2Wales
Latest Notice
https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=121074
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
S2W Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Jun 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
1 Jun 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 Jun 20223 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NORTH WALES WILDLIFE TRUST
Contact Name
Kirsty Brown, INNS Project Manager
Contact Email
kirsty.brown@northwaleswildlifetrust.org.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1248351541

Buyer Location

Locality
BANGOR
Postcode
LL57 2RT
Post Town
Llandudno
Country
Wales
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL3 North Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL32 Gwynedd
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Gwynedd
Electoral Ward
Canol Bangor
Westminster Constituency
Bangor Aberconwy

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BROWNE CONSULTANCY SERVICES

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