--- title: "Attribute survey in the West of North England Forest District" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-4c77a061-e1a7-49c9-b46a-938b9043e995" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-4c77a061-e1a7-49c9-b46a-938b9043e995" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-4c77a061-e1a7-49c9-b46a-938b9043e995.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-4c77a061-e1a7-49c9-b46a-938b9043e995.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "FORESTRY COMMISSION" published: "2022-06-23" --- # Attribute survey in the West of North England Forest District Buyer: FORESTRY COMMISSION Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-4c77a061-e1a7-49c9-b46a-938b9043e995 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-4c77a061-e1a7-49c9-b46a-938b9043e995) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-4c77a061-e1a7-49c9-b46a-938b9043e995.json) ## Summary The Forestry Commission is currently seeking tenders for an Attribute Survey in the West of North England Forest District, with a budget of £8,000. This procurement process is classified under forest inventory and monitoring services and is in the active tender stage. The tender period concludes on 22nd July 2022, with the contract expected to commence on 27th July 2022 and run until 23rd December 2022. Potential bidders should submit expressions of interest and any inquiries by 15th July 2022 at 14:00 via email. This tender presents a valuable opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in environmental services, particularly those experienced in forest management and ecological surveys. Companies with capabilities in data collection, analysis, and compliance with biosecurity guidelines would be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. Engaging in this procurement process may facilitate growth for businesses looking to enhance their portfolios in the forestry sector. ## 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 > Biosecurity guidelines will be complied with > 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 or Hannah Gatland at hannah.gatland@forestresearch.gov.uk no later than 14.00hrs on 15th July 2022 ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8abca43d-ffc6-4a0a-ab9d-375c3fd48bc3 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 23 Jun 2022 | | Submission deadline | 22 Jul 2022 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 26 Jul 2022 - 23 Dec 2022 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £8,000 | | 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 | 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) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 77 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services ### Codes - 77231400 - Forest inventory services - 77231500 - Forest monitoring or evaluation services ## Release History - 23 Jun 2022 at 17:24 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8abca43d-ffc6-4a0a-ab9d-375c3fd48bc3 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8abca43d-ffc6-4a0a-ab9d-375c3fd48bc3 23rd June 2022 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/903dd58b-9c43-4ae7-bb73-4df46ba622bd ITT ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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