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title: "Natural Capital and Ecosystem Assessment Living England Field Surveys"
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# Natural Capital and Ecosystem Assessment Living England Field Surveys

Buyer: NATURAL ENGLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-0efec5f7-f21d-4c1c-b978-7d5916f3ffc1

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## Summary

Natural England, based in Leeds, has awarded a contract titled "Natural Capital and Ecosystem Assessment Living England Field Surveys" to Thomson Environmental Consultants. The contract involves conducting habitat surveys across Lincolnshire and Bedfordshire within biogeographic zones (BGZ) 07 and 09 during 2024 and 2025. This project aims to gather 1400 data points using the Living England segmentation via their Field Maps app, focusing on specific habitat types requiring further data. The procurement was conducted through an open procedure (below threshold) and the total contract value is £40,930. The contract period runs from 2nd September 2024 to 31st March 2025.

This project provides significant opportunities for businesses focused on environmental monitoring and consultancy services. SMEs and VCSEs are particularly encouraged to compete for such contracts, fostering growth and expansion in the research and development sector. Participating businesses will have the chance to work closely with esteemed institutions like Natural England, enhancing their portfolio and gaining recognition by contributing to important ecological data collection. This project is ideal for those with expertise in habitat surveys and environmental data management, ensuring compliance with Living England's standards and requirements.

## Notice

This specification covers habitat surveys to be undertaken in 2024 and 2025 across various habitats in biogeographic zone (BGZ) 07 covering Lincolnshire and BGZ09 covering Bedfordshire and the surrounding area. This contract aims to collect a total of 1400 data points aligned with the Living England segmentation, using Living England's Field Maps app. The target habitat types cover specific habitats in need of increased data collection classified within Living England. Additional information: To apply for this opportunity you must submit your quotation meeting the requirements detailed in the Request for Quotation (RFQ) attached. Your response must be sent to livingenglandenquiries@naturalengland.org.uk by 17:00 on 19th August 2024. If you have any clarification questions linked to this opportunity or the procurement process please submit these via email to livingenglandenquiries@naturalengland.org.uk. Please note that, unless commercially sensitive, both the question and the response will be circulated to all tenderers. Contract values stated above are VAT exclusive.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/eddcebff-b070-450b-8ecc-01bd2afa8f74 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 14 Nov 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 19 Aug 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 1 Sep 2024 |
| Contract period | 2 Sep 2024 - 31 Mar 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £49,999 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £40,930 |
| 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 | NATURAL ENGLAND |
| Locality | LEEDS |
| Post town | Leeds |
| Postcode | LS11 9AT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE4 West Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE42 Leeds |
| Local authority | Leeds |
| Electoral ward | Beeston & Holbeck |
| Westminster constituency | Leeds South |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | THOMSON ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTANTS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
- 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
- 90711500 - Environmental monitoring other than for construction

## Release History

- 14 Nov 2024 at 10:40 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/eddcebff-b070-450b-8ecc-01bd2afa8f74
- 12 Aug 2024 at 09:31 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b0deb353-aea5-49d4-8944-66903de88ab2
- 5 Aug 2024 at 14:16 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b0deb353-aea5-49d4-8944-66903de88ab2
- 16 Jul 2024 at 12:35 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b0deb353-aea5-49d4-8944-66903de88ab2

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/eddcebff-b070-450b-8ecc-01bd2afa8f74
  14th November 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b0deb353-aea5-49d4-8944-66903de88ab2
  12th August 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/24c0c4bd-ed89-4f28-a201-a87862feddca
  RFQ document
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/4d8eed0a-ff3d-4bd5-801b-3ad312a9143d
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/4136565b-a011-406b-8631-b712f30c2b62
  Annexes
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/fcc77196-24cd-41e7-b764-c4079403239f
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/81e21851-777c-41ea-a9e3-86728edd5873
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/f4fc1599-04f2-4572-bbd7-5850f85a2d8f
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/SupplierAttachment/2541540f-5f82-4702-b545-cde1040f4578

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