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title: "Attribute Survey - West of North England Forest District"
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# Attribute Survey - West of North England Forest District

Buyer: FORESTRY COMMISSION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-1854fdb8-d636-4437-80bb-ec494638b0ea

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## Summary

The Forestry Commission has awarded a contract for conducting an Attribute Survey in the West of North England Forest District. This procurement falls under the category of forest inventory services and has a total value of £12,000. The tender process was initiated on April 28, 2020, and concluded with the awarding of the contract on June 8, 2020. The contract is set to commence on June 15, 2020, and will last until January 8, 2021. Interested parties were required to express their interest by May 28, 2020, at 14:00 BST.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in forest inventory and monitoring services, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) within this industry. Companies capable of conducting detailed environmental assessments and adhering to the Forestry Commission's technical specifications will find themselves in a strong position to compete for similar contracts in the future. Engaging in this type of tender can help expand business networks and foster relationships with a pivotal governmental body focused on forestry management.

## Notice

Forest Research is seeking tenders for the carrying out of an Attribute Survey. Attribute survey plots will be established and assessed following the method based on both the Forest Mensuration Handbook 2006 and the Forestry Commission Survey Handbook, 3rd edition 2007. The method will include: Plot navigation, numbering and size choice: Circular plots of the same size will always be used. Marking plot centres. Data collection to include: > Species > Planting year > Stocking > Top Height > Original planting spacing > Open ground > Map changes. Data presentation to include: > The field form, map and AP will be stapled together and returned > All documentation will be filled in/produced in a clear and legible way > Grid references will be supplied for all plots > All species will be recorded; the use of MC and MB is not permitted unless classified as a very minor component ( All calculation will be completed and recorded accurately > Remarks pertinent to each plot will be recorded > Any major map anomalies will be noted. All paperwork will be returned to Forest Research, Fineshade. Additional information: Please express your interest in this tender in order to allow us to notify you of any questions we may receive and the answers given. Expressions of interest and/or any questions regarding this ITT should be made by email to liz.richardson@forestresearch.gov.uk no later than 14.00hrs on 28 May 2020

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/317e68f9-886b-49d8-b856-718728f013a8 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 2 Nov 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 5 Jun 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 7 Jun 2020 |
| Contract period | 14 Jun 2020 - 8 Jan 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £12,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £12,000 |
| 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 | FORESTRY COMMISSION |
| Locality | NR CORBY, NORTHANTS |
| Post town | Northampton |
| Postcode | NN17 3BB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF25 North Northamptonshire |
| Local authority | North Northamptonshire |
| Electoral ward | Oundle |
| Westminster constituency | Corby and East Northamptonshire |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | PENFOLD'S WOODLAND CONTRACTING |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 77 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services

### Codes

- 77231400 - Forest inventory services
- 77231500 - Forest monitoring or evaluation services

## Release History

- 2 Nov 2020 at 21:34 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/317e68f9-886b-49d8-b856-718728f013a8
- 28 Apr 2020 at 22:35 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/78ab08ba-159c-4667-b450-d57212623634

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/317e68f9-886b-49d8-b856-718728f013a8
  2nd November 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/78ab08ba-159c-4667-b450-d57212623634
  28th April 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/5d6099ae-f29c-4112-98ae-50ad723170b2

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