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title: "Access to Biodiversity Recording & Monitoring Centre data and biodiversity advice service"
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# Access to Biodiversity Recording & Monitoring Centre data and biodiversity advice service

Buyer: BEDFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-0e8d3ebf-ffa9-4bf6-af60-f9df22eccb90

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## Summary

Bedford Borough Council has completed the procurement process for "Access to Biodiversity Recording & Monitoring Centre data and biodiversity advice service". This contract falls under the industry category of botanical and zoological garden services and nature reserve services (CPV: 92530000) and is located in Bedford, England (MK42 9AP). This process was awarded on 10th September 2024 and is set to run from 11th September 2024 to 31st March 2027. The procurement method used was a waiver, indicating an exception to typical competitive tendering rules. The total contract value is £34,200 GBP. The notice was published on 17th October 2024, marking the final closing of this transaction.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in ecological and biodiversity services, particularly qualified ecologists and organisations offering environmental consultancy. SMEs and VCSEs will find this project notably beneficial as Bedford Borough Council has indicated its suitability for such entities. The prolonged contract period and the specialisation required provide a stable and impactful engagement for businesses focusing on biodiversity data services and ecological advisories, ensuring growth in reputation and experience for successful applicants.

## Notice

The Wildlife Trust are custodians of the Biodiversity Recording & Monitoring Centre and access to this data is required by any qualified ecologist supporting the council. In addition the Wildlife Trust have been prepared to continue to support the council with biodiversity advice whilst we have been seeking an alternative arrangement.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/075d1abb-1578-4b90-a7da-de232d23e7ba |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - Waiver |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Oct 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 10 Sep 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 9 Sep 2024 |
| Contract period | 10 Sep 2024 - 31 Mar 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £34,200 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £28,500 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | BEDFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | BEDFORD |
| Post town | Milton Keynes |
| Postcode | MK42 9AP |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLH24 Bedford |
| Local authority | Bedford |
| Electoral ward | Cauldwell |
| Westminster constituency | Bedford |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BCN WILDLIFE TRUST |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

### Codes

- 92530000 - Botanical and zoological garden services and nature reserve services

## Release History

- 17 Oct 2024 at 08:55 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/075d1abb-1578-4b90-a7da-de232d23e7ba

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/075d1abb-1578-4b90-a7da-de232d23e7ba
  17th October 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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