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title: "NE Hoveton Wetlands Project - Viewing Platform"
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# NE Hoveton Wetlands Project - Viewing Platform

Buyer: DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-85e5a8e8-6432-4860-8147-9c8eb5614b50

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## Summary

The Defra Network eTendering Portal has announced the completion of the NE Hoveton Wetlands Project - Viewing Platform. This project falls under the industry category of construction structures and materials and is located in the United Kingdom. The procurement process was executed using an open method with a budget of £52,600. The tender was published on 15 January 2019, and the contract period spans from 1 April 2019 to 31 March 2020. The winning bid for the project was awarded to Miles Water Engineering Ltd on 5 March 2019.

This contract presents a substantial opportunity for businesses in the construction and architectural services sector, especially those focused on sustainable design and environmental projects. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) would be particularly well-suited to compete for similar future contracts, given their capacity for innovative construction solutions and community-oriented projects. Engaging in such projects can enhance business visibility and contribute to significant growth in the eco-friendly construction market.

## Notice

To create a timber, weather resistant and sustainable viewing platform/tower (Architects designs attached and technical notes below). This will be a place for congregation of groups for teaching and learning about nature and the landscape along the existing board walk. Currently there is a continuous path leading around the reserve, with no area for small groups of people to stop, discuss and observe the surrounding landscape. The viewing platform will be built within an existing clearing where two existing paths converge, to reduce the disturbance onto the landscape. The site proposal is approximately 6m square, although extending marginally beyond this. This space will be sufficient for groups of people to congregate and learn about the reserve but it will not be overly generous which will reduce its implications onto the surrounding landscape. Beneath this platform much needed storage will be located to be facilitated by school groups and by rangers. Depending on space, there is a potential for bench seating to be placed within, on the round, to assist with teaching in adverse weather. The scale of the project is in line with the layout and area which has been defined by the existing site. There will be minimal associated landscaping proposed post construction, the area around the site will be allowed to return and grow back naturally. However, careful plant management will be completed to ensure the structure does not deteriorate too quickly and the making good of existing piling. The proposed platforms appearance has been defined by the plants and trees within the area. Taking the form of a rotunda, relating to the tree trunks in the close vicinity. The vertical boarding which will provide much needed balustrade will also act as a visual buffer between the user and the existing fauna within the area. This visual connection and use of natural materials will assist with creating a homogeneous and sympathetic connection between the site and platform. Additional information: Please note that Defra procurement uses an E-tendering system for Procurement activities. This is currently provided by Bravo Solutions. To access appropriate tendering and contractual documents, please access the E-Tendering portal at https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk", ensuring that your registration includes "Defra". If you have any problems with this system, please contact Bravo on their telephone helpline number 0800 368 4850 or by emailing them at help@bravosolution.co.uk.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/04a908e9-3a8c-459c-94eb-e4df102f95c2 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 14 May 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 18 Feb 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 5 Mar 2019 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2019 - 31 Mar 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £52,600 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £52,600 |
| 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 | DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL |
| Locality | PETERBOROUGH |
| Post town | Peterborough |
| Postcode | PE1 1NG |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH4 Cambridgeshire and Peterborough |
| ITL 3 | TLH41 Peterborough |
| Local authority | Peterborough |
| Electoral ward | Central |
| Westminster constituency | Peterborough |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | MILES WATER ENGINEERING |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)
- 45 - Construction work
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 44000000 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)
- 45000000 - Construction work
- 71000000 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

## Release History

- 14 May 2019 at 11:30 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/04a908e9-3a8c-459c-94eb-e4df102f95c2
- 15 Jan 2019 at 14:35 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0233649d-48e5-4ef5-835c-cac20d9259e9

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/04a908e9-3a8c-459c-94eb-e4df102f95c2
  14th May 2019 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0233649d-48e5-4ef5-835c-cac20d9259e9
  15th January 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/7f3e0acd-c110-41ba-941b-745fda8adc1d
  n/a
- https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk
  Link to eSourcing Portal
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/0bae35b8-9eaf-40d5-ae87-74a9a380bbbf
  n/a

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