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title: "Evaluation of Impacts on the Conservation features of protected sites within the North Chilterns"
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# Evaluation of Impacts on the Conservation features of protected sites within the North Chilterns

Buyer: NATURAL ENGLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-21226b75-55da-45a1-b319-13bab2b1513d

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "Evaluation of Impacts on the Conservation features of protected sites within the North Chilterns" was managed by Natural England. The industry category is research services, with a focus on environmental conservation within the South East region of the United Kingdom. The tender, identified as PRAPS091, is now at the award stage, having been awarded on 13th March 2026 to Lepus Consulting Ltd for £24,740. The contract period lasted from 16th March 2026 to 31st March 2026. The procurement method utilised was selective, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement, ensuring targeted and qualified suppliers were considered.

This tender presents significant opportunities for Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) involved in environmental consulting and research services. Businesses with expertise in conservation impact assessments and familiarity with the designated sites, such as Smithcombe, Sharpenhoe, and Sundon Hills, are well-positioned to leverage such contracts to bolster their credentials and expand their project portfolios. Being awarded through a framework agreement suggests an emphasis on fostering quality partnerships with competent suppliers, thus promising potential future engagements with Natural England for similar projects.

## Notice

Evaluation of Impacts on the Conservation features of protected sites within the North Chilterns including; Smithcombe, Sharpenhoe and Sundon Hills SSSI, Barton Hills SSSI/NNR, Pegsdon and Deacon Hills SSSI, and Knocking Hoe SSSI/NNR.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cd8149fc-9830-47d9-84dc-6483fd4bf5c5 |
| 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 |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 13 Mar 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 13 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 16 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £24,740 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £24,740 |
| 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 | YORK |
| Post town | York |
| Postcode | YO1 7PX |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE2 North Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE21 York |
| Local authority | York |
| Electoral ward | Guildhall |
| Westminster constituency | York Central |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | LEPUS CONSULTING |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73110000 - Research services

## Release History

- 21 Jul 2026 at 09:03 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cd8149fc-9830-47d9-84dc-6483fd4bf5c5

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cd8149fc-9830-47d9-84dc-6483fd4bf5c5
  21st July 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/bdd856e5-87db-4559-8fbd-e575434648de
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/SupplierAttachment/95fab84b-f9be-46b7-a906-ae3c28612e6d

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