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title: "Benfleet and Southend Marshes SPA Ornithological Surveys and Biotope Survey and Mapping"
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# Benfleet and Southend Marshes SPA Ornithological Surveys and Biotope Survey and Mapping

Buyer: NATURAL ENGLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-539e72c9-9b3e-4e15-938f-467a83a858a5

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## Summary

The procurement process for the project titled "Benfleet and Southend Marshes SPA Ornithological Surveys and Biotope Survey and Mapping" has been completed. Managed by Natural England, this contract falls under the category of Research and Development Services and Related Consultancy Services (CPV 73000000). The project's activities, which encompass over-wintering bird surveys and biotope mapping, are scheduled in the East of England, United Kingdom. This procurement process was initiated through an open procedure below the threshold, with a tender period that concluded on 20th November 2024. The contract's duration spans from 24th February 2025 to 28th March 2025, with an award published on 14th February 2025.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in environmental consulting and research, especially those focusing on ecological surveys and habitat mapping. Kent Wildlife Trust (KWT) Consulting, a small to medium-sized enterprise (SME), was awarded the contract valued at GBP 30,000, showcasing the suitability and potential success for SMEs in similar endeavours. Companies with expertise in ornithology, environmental science, and ecological data analysis would find themselves well-positioned to leverage this and similar opportunities to expand their business offerings within the UK's environmental sector.

## Notice

Over-wintering bird surveys, biotope sampling and mapping project in the Benfleet and Southend Marshes SPA. To be carried out between November 2024 and March 2025. 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 alex.baker@naturalengland.org.uk by 12 midday on 20th November 2024. If you have any clarification questions linked to this opportunity or the procurement process please submit these via email to alex.baker@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/2d17628e-a39b-46b3-9b8b-ae5fe51f1b67 |
| 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 | 27 May 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Nov 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 14 Feb 2025 |
| Contract period | 24 Feb 2025 - 28 Mar 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £49,999 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £30,000 |
| 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 | NATURAL ENGLAND |
| Locality | WORCESTER |
| Post town | Worcester |
| Postcode | WR5 2NP |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG1 Herefordshire, Worcestershire and Warwickshire |
| ITL 3 | TLG12 Worcestershire CC |
| Local authority | Worcester |
| Electoral ward | Nunnery |
| Westminster constituency | Worcester |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | KENT WILDLIFE TRUST (KWT) CONSULTING |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 27 May 2025 at 13:23 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2d17628e-a39b-46b3-9b8b-ae5fe51f1b67
- 11 Nov 2024 at 08:47 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/de187e81-c9fc-4a14-a1e8-10188ea243ec

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2d17628e-a39b-46b3-9b8b-ae5fe51f1b67
  27th May 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/de187e81-c9fc-4a14-a1e8-10188ea243ec
  11th November 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/d526dd0e-d29d-4eb4-8fda-da5b81586693
  RFQ
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/53de65f2-0fa6-4f1a-9d35-00e124fe3290
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/f6a9e22c-00a8-4519-a97f-1c5a9696acf9
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/SupplierAttachment/045a084c-7aff-4b03-a50c-f3143f55a242

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