--- title: "Working with an NSIP project to deliver green infrastructure: Phase 2 Tees Tidelands Footpath Crossing" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-556c7ecc-7ed9-4ce7-8389-1cc0db068c0e" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-556c7ecc-7ed9-4ce7-8389-1cc0db068c0e" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-556c7ecc-7ed9-4ce7-8389-1cc0db068c0e.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-556c7ecc-7ed9-4ce7-8389-1cc0db068c0e.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "NATURAL ENGLAND" published: "2023-12-15" --- # Working with an NSIP project to deliver green infrastructure: Phase 2 Tees Tidelands Footpath Crossing Buyer: NATURAL ENGLAND Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-556c7ecc-7ed9-4ce7-8389-1cc0db068c0e [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-556c7ecc-7ed9-4ce7-8389-1cc0db068c0e) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-556c7ecc-7ed9-4ce7-8389-1cc0db068c0e.json) ## Summary The procurement process is currently in the tender stage and is being undertaken by Natural England. The title of the tender is "Working with an NSIP project to deliver green infrastructure: Phase 2 Tees Tidelands Footpath Crossing". This opportunity falls under the research and development services category. The procurement is located in the North East region of the United Kingdom. The deadline for submission of quotations is 12 midday on 10th January 2024. The procurement method is an open procedure. The contract period is set to start on 24th January 2024 and end on 31st March 2024. This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses involved in research and development services and related consultancy services to engage with Natural England and other organisations on a green infrastructure project. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) would find this tender particularly suitable. The collaborative nature of the project offers a chance for businesses to contribute expertise towards building new green infrastructure. By meeting the stated objectives and requirements, businesses can demonstrate their capabilities in delivering environmentally impactful projects in line with industry best practices. ## Notice This piece of research is Phase 2 of the Tees Tidelands footpath project. We want to appoint contractors / consultants to work with Natural England, RSPB Saltholme and an identified Nationally Significant Infrastructure Project (NSIP) to complete a technical investigation and methodological research report that will achieve two aims. Aim 1: Make full technical recommendations, via a research report, regarding the safe planning and construction options for the south section of the proposed footpath route. This includes safe and effective planning, engineering and fabrication/design/cost options for the 2 x structures that will allow the footpath to cross identified 2 x pipeline chambers. The chambers are built from concrete with a steel protective hood and protect the mixed gas pipeline corridor as it traverses from the above ground to lay under Cowpen Bewley Road. Aim 2: This research also aims to provide an example of good practice in collaborative working between an NSIP project and local environmental organisations to improve green infrastructure whilst meeting myriad health and safety requirements. The outcomes of this research will be shared with partners and wider organisations to act as an example of good practice to inform the potential to develop future green infrastructure projects alongside NSIP projects located within and external to designated SSSI sites. The research report will therefore document methodologies and best-practice approaches used to effectively engage and work with the identified infrastructure project and e-NGOs in order to achieve positive outcomes for the construction of new green infrastructure. 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 vicky.ward@naturalengland.org.uk by 12 midday on 10th January 2024 If you have any clarification questions linked to this opportunity or the procurement process please submit these via email to vicky.ward@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/831fce84-8446-4554-a92b-4cbccd68ae76 | | 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 | 15 Dec 2023 | | Submission deadline | 10 Jan 2024 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 24 Jan 2024 - 31 Mar 2024 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £20,000 | | 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 | NEWCASTLE | | Post town | Not specified | | Postcode | NE4 | | Country | Not specified | | ITL 1 | Not specified | | ITL 2 | Not specified | | ITL 3 | Not specified | | Local authority | Not specified | | Electoral ward | Not specified | | Westminster constituency | Not specified | | Delivery location | TLC North East (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services ### Codes - 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services ## Release History - 15 Dec 2023 at 11:42 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/831fce84-8446-4554-a92b-4cbccd68ae76 - 15 Dec 2023 at 11:21 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/831fce84-8446-4554-a92b-4cbccd68ae76 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/831fce84-8446-4554-a92b-4cbccd68ae76 15th December 2023 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/7f765671-ca45-456d-81f8-90c48c0a4473 RFQ - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/c84f9d98-9aad-4576-a553-63117480878c - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/2a88cf9e-db9f-44eb-8117-2365a36ecd04 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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