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title: "RAPID LIFE - holistic management of Invasive Alien Species in freshwater aquatic, riparian and coastal ecosystems (North Region)"
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# RAPID LIFE - holistic management of Invasive Alien Species in freshwater aquatic, riparian and coastal ecosystems (North Region)

Buyer: DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-4439194f-d2a1-491c-a9bf-611f29d4dee8

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## Summary

The Defra Network eTendering Portal is currently seeking proposals for a tender titled "RAPID LIFE - holistic management of Invasive Alien Species in freshwater aquatic, riparian and coastal ecosystems (North Region)." This procurement falls under the services category, specifically focusing on environmental management and planning. The tender process is at the planning stage, with submissions due by 5th February 2018. The contract is expected to commence on 12th February 2018 and will extend until 31st August 2018, with work primarily taking place in the North East and North West regions of the United Kingdom.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in environmental services, particularly those experienced in managing invasive species and ecological planning. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate, given the suitability criteria. By successfully securing this contract, businesses can contribute to vital environmental management efforts while enhancing their portfolios and reputation in the public sector.

## Notice

Produce Regional Invasive Alien Species Management Plans (Action A.5) to support the RAPID LIFE project: Holistic Management of IAS Species in Freshwater Aquatic, Riparian and Coastal Ecosystems. For five regions, defined by River Catchment area, for: East of England North Midland South East, and South West Region. Additional information: Please note that Defra procurement uses an E-tendering system for Procurement activities. This is currently provided by Bravo Solutions. To access appropriate tendering and contractual documents, please access the E-Tendering portal at https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk", ensuring that your registration includes "Defra". If you have any problems with this system, please contact Bravo on their telephone helpline number 0800 368 4850 or by emailing them at help@bravosolution.co.uk. "

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8abd20a3-9b07-4dc1-86d4-1dba8e075829 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Jan 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 5 Feb 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 12 Feb 2018 - 31 Aug 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 | DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1P 3JR |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | St James's |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 03 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products
- 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

### Codes

- 03451000 - Plants
- 90710000 - Environmental management
- 90712000 - Environmental planning

## Release History

- 17 Jan 2018 at 10:52 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8abd20a3-9b07-4dc1-86d4-1dba8e075829

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8abd20a3-9b07-4dc1-86d4-1dba8e075829
  17th January 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk
  Link to eSourcing Portal

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