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title: "Integrating Mycorrhiza Into Nutrient Management Planning"
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# Integrating Mycorrhiza Into Nutrient Management Planning

Buyer: NATURAL ENGLAND  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-4cb17b1e-d8fd-4df8-b46b-f72421c4a2d2

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## Summary

Natural England has awarded a contract titled "Integrating Mycorrhiza Into Nutrient Management Planning" to RSK ADAS LIMITED. The contract, valued at £31,511, falls under the research and experimental development services category. The project's aim is to review current knowledge of mycorrhiza in agroecosystems and provide recommendations for farm management to optimise mycorrhizal function. The procurement process followed an open procedure below the threshold with key deadlines including the submission of quotations by 5pm on 27th September 2024. The contract period runs from 9th October 2024 to 28th March 2025, with project activities occurring throughout the United Kingdom.

This project presents substantial growth opportunities for businesses involved in agricultural research and environmental consultancy. Companies specialising in agroecosystem studies, data analysis, and scientific communication will find this tender particularly relevant. As Natural England seeks comprehensive deliverables including reports, meta-analyses, and infographics, businesses equipped to handle multidisciplinary environmental projects are well-suited to compete. With a focus on practical outcomes and strategic recommendations, this project offers a platform to showcase expertise in sustainable agriculture and environmental management.

## Notice

We require a contractor to carry out a project which aims to review current knowledge of the occurrence of mycorrhiza in agroecosystems and develop conclusions and recommendations on how farm management can best encourage and take advantage of mycorrhizal function. The outputs will be a written literature review, with elements of meta-analysis or systematic review where appropriate, supplying any suitable data compiled during the project, and producing a presentation and infographics for communication of the project results. Additional information: To apply for this opportunity you must submit your quotation meeting the requirements detailed in the Request for Quotation (RFQ) attached. Your response must be sent to matthew.j.shepherd@naturalengland.org.uk and jonny.griffiths@naturalengland.org.uk by 5pm on 27/09/2024. If you have any clarification questions linked to this opportunity or the procurement process please submit these via email to matthew.j.shepherd@naturalengland.org.uk and jonny.griffiths@naturalengland.org.uk. Please note that, unless commercially sensitive, both the question and the response will be circulated to all tenderers.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f0baaa79-7417-40c0-a6ac-9c5a34914f9d |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 Sep 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 27 Sep 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 10 Oct 2024 - 28 Mar 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £35,000 |
| 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 | NATURAL ENGLAND |
| Locality | EXETER |
| Post town | Exeter |
| Postcode | EX1 1QA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK4 Devon |
| ITL 3 | TLK43 Devon CC |
| Local authority | Exeter |
| Electoral ward | St David's |
| Westminster constituency | Exeter |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73100000 - Research and experimental development services

## Release History

- 12 Sep 2024 at 07:22 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f0baaa79-7417-40c0-a6ac-9c5a34914f9d
- 4 Sep 2024 at 12:32 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f0baaa79-7417-40c0-a6ac-9c5a34914f9d

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f0baaa79-7417-40c0-a6ac-9c5a34914f9d
  12th September 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/a854ab1c-221b-4e95-89f1-c272c8cd7ba0
  RFQ
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/614b19db-375a-4ed5-8e39-2326c595ffe3
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/aab0f986-9684-43b9-9fe1-29302f92275c
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/ef1ce132-97c5-4f79-9b7e-a776b607a6d2

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