--- title: "Attribute Survey - East of North England Forest District" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-6a7b8c16-d403-46d5-80db-530a2d7aa9cb" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-6a7b8c16-d403-46d5-80db-530a2d7aa9cb" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-6a7b8c16-d403-46d5-80db-530a2d7aa9cb.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-6a7b8c16-d403-46d5-80db-530a2d7aa9cb.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "FORESTRY COMMISSION" published: "2019-02-28" --- # Attribute Survey - East of North England Forest District Buyer: FORESTRY COMMISSION Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-6a7b8c16-d403-46d5-80db-530a2d7aa9cb [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-6a7b8c16-d403-46d5-80db-530a2d7aa9cb) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-6a7b8c16-d403-46d5-80db-530a2d7aa9cb.json) ## Summary The Forestry Commission is currently seeking tenders for an "Attribute Survey" within the East of North England Forest District. This procurement, classified under forest inventory services, is at the tender stage, and interested bidders must submit their expressions of interest by 14:00 on 22 March 2019. The deadline for fully completed tenders is 29 March 2019, with the contract period slated to commence on 8 April 2019 and conclude on 24 January 2020. The total contract value is set at £20,000 and is being procured through a limited process, specifically a competitive quotation below threshold. This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in forestry services, environmental surveys, or data collection and analysis. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to participate, given their suitability for such tenders. Companies with expertise in forest inventory or monitoring services will benefit from engaging in this process, which can enhance their portfolio and establish a working relationship with a prominent public body. ## 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 of the same size will always be used. 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 to include: > The field form, map and AP will be stapled together and returned > All documentation will be filled in/produced 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 > Any major map anomalies will be noted. All paperwork will be returned to Forest Research, Fineshade. 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@forestry.gsi.gov.uk no later than 14.00hrs on Friday 22 March 2019. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/60aa4840-d947-467e-9672-1e4c135ec178 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Limited | | Procurement method details | Competitive quotation (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 28 Feb 2019 | | Submission deadline | 29 Mar 2019 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 7 Apr 2019 - 24 Jan 2020 | | 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 | 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) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 77 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services ### Codes - 77231400 - Forest inventory services - 77231500 - Forest monitoring or evaluation services ## Release History - 28 Feb 2019 at 16:09 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/60aa4840-d947-467e-9672-1e4c135ec178 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/60aa4840-d947-467e-9672-1e4c135ec178 28th February 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/333c7f37-5b1c-46ad-af13-8f431ee56b89 Invitation to Tender ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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