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title: "Attribute survey in the East of North England Forest District"
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# Attribute survey in the East of North England Forest District

Buyer: FORESTRY COMMISSION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-5886d706-e300-4e9f-90e8-659be564ed2a

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## Summary

The FORESTRY COMMISSION is inviting tenders for an Attribute Survey in the East of North England Forest District. The procurement stage is at the award stage, with a contract value of £25,000 GBP. The tender period ends on 16th June 2023, and the contract period lasts from 26th June 2023 to 16th January 2024. This opportunity falls under the services category for forest inventory services. The location of the project is in the North East region of the United Kingdom.

This tender for the Attribute Survey project presents opportunities for businesses involved in forest inventory services or forest monitoring and evaluation services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) would be well-suited to compete for this contract. Prospective bidders are advised to express interest in the tender by contacting Liz Richardson at FOREST RESEARCH before the deadline on 9th June 2023. This open procedure below the threshold method allows for a competitive and transparent procurement process.

## 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 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 > 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 no later than 14.00hrs on Friday 9th June 2023

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/801be863-d065-4a30-bd91-b98727d8eb69 |
| 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 | 25 Jul 2023 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Jun 2023 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 21 Jun 2023 |
| Contract period | 25 Jun 2023 - 16 Jan 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £25,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £25,000 |
| 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 | 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 | TLC North East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CHARLOTTE MORTON |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 77 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services

### Codes

- 77231400 - Forest inventory services
- 77231500 - Forest monitoring or evaluation services

## Release History

- 25 Jul 2023 at 11:49 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/801be863-d065-4a30-bd91-b98727d8eb69
- 22 May 2023 at 10:53 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c20bb269-86f2-4c7a-8793-58b4ecd1c862
- 14 Apr 2023 at 15:55 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c20bb269-86f2-4c7a-8793-58b4ecd1c862

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/801be863-d065-4a30-bd91-b98727d8eb69
  25th July 2023 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c20bb269-86f2-4c7a-8793-58b4ecd1c862
  22nd May 2023 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/cef44add-270c-4a62-b5e8-2f2544ff3bd0
  ITT
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/5a5b75d9-0cc6-42c0-9c28-590eca2991d8
  ITT

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