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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-b5fd17-1d215eea-b027-42fa-9954-204f014f9218

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## Summary

The Forestry Commission is seeking tenders for an Attribute Survey project in the West of the North England Forest District. The procurement method is an open procedure, with a contract value of £7000 GBP. The tender deadline for expressions of interest and questions is 14:00 on Friday 12th May 2023. The contract period is from 30th May 2023 to 17th November 2023. The buying organisation is the Forestry Commission, and the project falls under the main procurement category of services.

This tender offers an opportunity for businesses involved in forest inventory or monitoring services, particularly those with experience in attribute surveys. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are eligible and are encouraged to participate. Businesses located in the North West region of the United Kingdom would be well-suited to compete in this procurement process.

## 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 will always be used of the same size Marking plot centres and plot trees. Data collection to include: > Species > Planting year > Stocking > Top Height > Original planting spacing > Open ground > Map changes Data presentation will include: > The field form, map and AP will be stapled together and returned. > All documentation will be filled 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 > All paperwork will be returned to Forest Research, Fineshade Any major map anomalies will be noted 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 Friday 12th May 2023

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1d1e2c7b-d27e-4bd0-b873-2c3b70cf5177 |
| 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 | 25 Jul 2023 |
| Submission deadline | 19 May 2023 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 23 May 2023 |
| Contract period | 29 May 2023 - 17 Nov 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £7,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £7,000 |
| 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 | KALKOWSKI FORESTRY SERVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 25 Jul 2023 at 11:42 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1d1e2c7b-d27e-4bd0-b873-2c3b70cf5177
- 14 Apr 2023 at 16:08 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6404bcdc-aa4d-4bff-8a86-facbbbf5d969

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1d1e2c7b-d27e-4bd0-b873-2c3b70cf5177
  25th July 2023 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6404bcdc-aa4d-4bff-8a86-facbbbf5d969
  14th April 2023 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/f6d27dc1-b963-4a89-a10a-843587d59e11
  ITT

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