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title: "Attribute survey - Block 84 of East England Forest District"
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# Attribute survey - Block 84 of East England Forest District

Buyer: FORESTRY COMMISSION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-74829c61-70b5-4194-b942-834435bd3450

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## Summary

The procurement process involves the Forestry Commission seeking tenders for an Attribute Survey in Block 84 of the East England Forest District. This contract, valued at £12,000, falls under the category of forest inventory services and is located in the South East region of the United Kingdom. The procurement stage is currently at the Award phase, with the bidding period having concluded on 17th April 2018. The contract period is set to start on 23rd April 2018 and will last until 18th January 2019.

This tender presents significant opportunities for growth for businesses specialising in forest management and ecological surveys. Companies with expertise in forest inventory and monitoring services are particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. The competitive quotation process is aimed at small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), thereby fostering an inclusive environment for smaller firms to engage in public procurement within the forestry sector.

## 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 > Each component will be accounted for in general comments > Each sub-compartment will be noted as thinned 'Yes' or 'No'. /// All paperwork will be returned to Forest Research, Fineshade. Biosecurity guidelines will be complied with. 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 11 April 2018.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b6c30b36-f8b0-414d-a9ea-6806411aa6cd |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Competitive quotation (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 Apr 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 17 Apr 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 17 Apr 2018 |
| Contract period | 22 Apr 2018 - 18 Jan 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £12,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £12,000 |
| 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 | TLJ South East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | PENFOLD'S WOODLAND MANAGEMENT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 26 Apr 2018 at 09:53 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b6c30b36-f8b0-414d-a9ea-6806411aa6cd
- 19 Mar 2018 at 18:30 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cb0ed151-6608-4bfd-a213-be53371b44ac

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b6c30b36-f8b0-414d-a9ea-6806411aa6cd
  26th April 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cb0ed151-6608-4bfd-a213-be53371b44ac
  19th March 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/5ee558d8-0622-4c14-9aba-1250544abe54
  Invitation to Tender

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