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title: "Creech Valley Veteran Tree Survey"
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buyer: "NATURAL ENGLAND"
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# Creech Valley Veteran Tree Survey

Buyer: NATURAL ENGLAND  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-5a002572-9cbe-4990-a694-0a0849f13645

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## Summary

The procurement process for the Creech Valley Veteran Tree Survey is currently in the planning stage. The buying organization, Natural England, is seeking tenders for research and development consultancy services related to this project. The survey is set to take place in Dorset, South West England. Key milestone: Engagement end date for initial consultation is March 1, 2024.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses in the research and development consultancy sector to engage with Natural England in conducting a detailed veteran tree survey. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in environmental surveys and consultancy would be well-suited to compete for this procurement opportunity. The project offers a chance for business growth and collaboration within the ecological research field.

## Notice

Natural England may invite tenders for a veteran tree survey in Dorset early in 2024, pending budget approval. The survey is part of our review of Creech Grange SSSI and the biological features which may qualify as defined at Guidelines for selection of SSSIs https://jncc.gov.uk/our-work/guidelines-for-selection-of-sssis/ The proposed components of the work are: * A walkover of land not previously surveyed to establish if there is veteran and ancient tree resource worthy of more detailed survey. * Detailed survey of trees within areas identified in that walkover, and other areas previously identified. Recording will be based on the method set out in the 'Veteran Trees Initiative Specialist Survey Method'. * Validation and rationalisation of tree data collected during previous 'veteran tree, lichen, saprotrophic fungi and saproxylic invertebrate surveys. * Detailed survey of smaller additional areas of scrub and woodland to establish their significance. * Appraisal of the 'future veteran' cohort * Tagging selected trees tbc. Access to part of the survey area within MoD Lulworth Ranges is restricted to weekends (including some Friday afternoons until 4pm) and the Easter holidays subject to confirmation by MoD. We hope to initiate the survey in mid-March, subject to availability of the chosen contractor. The total survey area above is roughly 6 square kilometres and the estimated number of trees requiring detailed survey is circa 500 veteran/ancient trees. Additional information: To apply for this opportunity you must submit your quotation meeting the requirements detailed in the Request for Quotation (RFQ) when the opportunity goes live. If you have any clarification questions linked to this opportunity or the procurement process please submit these via email to SM-NE-creech.valley@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/0f74f28d-997c-4968-932c-73d698ea8d9a |
| Notice type | Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Not specified |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Nov 2023 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 1 Mar 2024 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planning |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NATURAL ENGLAND |
| Locality | DORCHESTER |
| Post town | Dorchester |
| Postcode | DT1 1XJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset |
| ITL 3 | TLK64 Dorset |
| Local authority | Dorset |
| Electoral ward | Dorchester West |
| Westminster constituency | West Dorset |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

## Release History

- 21 Nov 2023 at 14:11 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0f74f28d-997c-4968-932c-73d698ea8d9a
- 21 Nov 2023 at 14:05 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0f74f28d-997c-4968-932c-73d698ea8d9a

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0f74f28d-997c-4968-932c-73d698ea8d9a
  21st November 2023 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://jncc.gov.uk/our-work/guidelines-for-selection-of-sssis/

## Provenance

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