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title: "RDE596 Ecological Survey for the Groundwater Dependent Terrestrial Ecosystem"
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# RDE596 Ecological Survey for the Groundwater Dependent Terrestrial Ecosystem

Buyer: ENVIRONMENT AGENCY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-10c570ec-8515-4b6b-9fd5-8fadd6f95cff

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## Summary

The Environment Agency has awarded a contract titled "RDE596 Ecological Survey for the Groundwater Dependent Terrestrial Ecosystem" under the industry category "Research and development consultancy services" (CPV code: 73200000). This project, part of the Natural Capital and Ecosystem Assessment (NCEA) programme led by DEFRA, focuses on an ecological survey across five groundwater-dependent terrestrial ecosystem sites, with the main study at Reigate Heath (SSSI). The contract, valued at £59,247, runs from 12 August 2024 to 31 March 2025. The procurement process was selective, involving a call-off from a framework agreement, and the award was made to Jacobs UK Ltd on 13 August 2024.

This tender presents opportunities for SMEs and VCSEs specialising in ecological assessments, environmental science, or consultancy services. Businesses with expertise in ecological surveys and ecohydrological investigations can leverage this contract to showcase their capabilities, expand their portfolio, and build a potential long-term relationship with the Environment Agency. The successful completion and delivery of such high-profile projects can significantly enhance the reputation and market position of involved businesses within the environmental consultancy sector.

## Notice

The Natural Capital and Ecosystem Assessment (NCEA) is a science innovation and transformation programme lead by DEFRA that spans across land and water environments. It has been set up to collect data on the extent, condition and change over time of England's ecosystems and natural capital, and the benefits to society. The NCEA has identified the need for a national surveillance programme for groundwater dependent terrestrial ecosystems (GWDTE) that is supported by an appropriate sampling design and enables a robust assessment of England's environment using a national capital approach. This project will support the implementation of the NCEA Groundwater Dependent Terrestrial Ecosystem (GWDTEs) network. The aim of this project is to undertake the ecological survey at 5 GWDTE sites and ecohydrological investigation and characterization of Reigate Heath (SSSI)

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6426ec95-acaf-464a-8fe5-2c323b1cf3a3 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Aug 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 5 Aug 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 12 Aug 2024 |
| Contract period | 11 Aug 2024 - 31 Mar 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £59,247 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £59,247 |
| 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 | ENVIRONMENT AGENCY |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1P 3JR |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | St James's |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | JACOBS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

## Release History

- 22 Aug 2024 at 08:53 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6426ec95-acaf-464a-8fe5-2c323b1cf3a3

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6426ec95-acaf-464a-8fe5-2c323b1cf3a3
  22nd August 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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