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title: "Request for proposals for a scoping study of potential sustainable financing"
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# Request for proposals for a scoping study of potential sustainable financing

Buyer: WWF-UK (WORLD WIDE FUND FOR NATURE) TRADING LIMITED  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-158057fe-e3f9-4f8e-82e7-7fd84510a8db

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## Summary

The current procurement process involves a request for proposals by WWF-UK (World Wide Fund for Nature Trading Limited) for a scoping study on sustainable financing mechanisms for marine protected areas in North Devon. This open tender, classified under research and development services, is in the active phase and is scheduled to conclude on 12 January 2018. The contract is set to commence on 22 January 2018 and run until 31 May 2018, with proposals being solicited from various delivery locations, including the UK and several overseas territories.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses that specialise in consultancy and research services focused on environmental sustainability. Small to medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly well-suited to participate, given the emphasis on innovative financing solutions for marine conservation. Firms that demonstrate expertise in environmental studies, project management, and stakeholder engagement will likely find themselves well-positioned to compete for this contract.

## Notice

WWF-UK wishes to appoint a consultant to undertake a scoping study of potential financing mechanisms for marine protected areas (MPAs) in North Devon. The Terms of Reference (ToR) for the study are attached. Additional information: Request for proposals for a scoping study of potential sustainable financing mechanisms for marine protected areas in North Devon

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a0137b6f-9898-49d1-a32d-5079079c6dba |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 11 Dec 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 12 Jan 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 22 Jan 2018 - 31 May 2018 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | WWF-UK (WORLD WIDE FUND FOR NATURE) TRADING LIMITED |
| Locality | WOKING |
| Post town | Guildford |
| Postcode | GU21 4LL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex |
| ITL 3 | TLJ25 West Surrey |
| Local authority | Woking |
| Electoral ward | Horsell |
| Westminster constituency | Woking |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 11 Dec 2017 at 15:54 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a0137b6f-9898-49d1-a32d-5079079c6dba

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a0137b6f-9898-49d1-a32d-5079079c6dba
  11th December 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/f75d8cc6-97f9-45fc-97a2-0ac75b228db4
  Terms of Reference

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