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title: "Production Survey in the North of West England Forest District"
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# Production Survey in the North of West England Forest District

Buyer: FORESTRY COMMISSION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-43579741-6f88-4fbe-820a-47ba7cf722d9

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## Summary

The Forestry Commission has initiated a tender process for a project titled "Production Survey in the North of West England Forest District," aimed at conducting a production survey in the specified forest district. The procurement process is currently at the award stage, with relevant data including a contract value of £25,000 and a contract duration spanning from 17th September 2018 to 15th March 2019. The tender period concluded on 31st August 2018, and the services fall under the category of forest inventory and monitoring services. The project location is in the West Midlands region of the United Kingdom.

This tender presents a notable opportunity for businesses that specialise in forest management, environmental consulting, or similar services, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Companies proficient in conducting forest surveys, species identification, and data analysis using both traditional and electronic methods will be well-suited to compete for this contract. Engaging in this contract could enhance the business profile of participating firms while contributing valuable services to the Forestry Commission.

## Notice

Forest Research is seeking tenders for the carrying out of a production survey in the North of West England Forest District. Production survey plots will be established following one of the method options and based on both the Forest Mensuration handbook 2006, the Forestry Commission Field Guide for Timber Measurement 2008 and the Forestry Commission Survey Handbook, 3rd edition 2007. There are 2 options for data collection available for this contract method 1 - by tape and paper documentation plus input and calculation in an Excel package, method 2 - electronic callipers. Only 1 of the methods will be used as declared by the contractor. Both methods will include: Possible sub-compartment stratification Plot navigation, numbering, recording grid reference and size choice - circular plots will always be used of the same size. Data collection to include: Species DBH Planting year Top height Possible A4 or A5 tariff details Specific comments about tree health, form regeneration coverage % by species Data processing to include: For method 1 - input and calculation using Excel spreadsheet and YC calculation For method 2 - downloading callipers and editing specific screens Data presentation will include: For method 1 -Completed, legible field maps, data sheets with any relevant U15 forms attached for each sub-compartment and a completed Excel spreadsheet for each sub-compartment. For method 2 - Completed, legible field maps with any relevant U15 forms attached and a .xfr file for each sub-compartment Biosecurity guidelines will be complied with. 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@forestry.gsi.gov.uk no later than 14.00hrs on 31 August 2018.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2108a1c6-d644-4cf9-bb33-7ff5738afef5 |
| 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 | 17 Sep 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 31 Aug 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 15 Sep 2018 |
| Contract period | 16 Sep 2018 - 15 Mar 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £25,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £25,000 |
| 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 | TLG West Midlands (England) |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 17 Sep 2018 at 14:00 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2108a1c6-d644-4cf9-bb33-7ff5738afef5
- 26 Jul 2018 at 12:16 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dfde782e-9c50-4b29-beaa-5e592c42aa5a

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2108a1c6-d644-4cf9-bb33-7ff5738afef5
  17th September 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dfde782e-9c50-4b29-beaa-5e592c42aa5a
  26th July 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/48a77797-d6ec-4e10-96aa-4db8b35f93e2
  Invitation to tender

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