--- title: "Attribute Survey - West of North England Forest District" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-866ef92a-1712-4103-8ae5-71c955eee2e5" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-866ef92a-1712-4103-8ae5-71c955eee2e5" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-866ef92a-1712-4103-8ae5-71c955eee2e5.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-866ef92a-1712-4103-8ae5-71c955eee2e5.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "FORESTRY COMMISSION" published: "2019-03-11" --- # Attribute Survey - West of North England Forest District Buyer: FORESTRY COMMISSION Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-866ef92a-1712-4103-8ae5-71c955eee2e5 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-866ef92a-1712-4103-8ae5-71c955eee2e5) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-866ef92a-1712-4103-8ae5-71c955eee2e5.json) ## Summary The Forestry Commission is seeking tenders for an "Attribute Survey" in the North West region of the United Kingdom, focused on forest inventory services. The procurement process is at the planned stage, with a budget of £20,000 allocated for the contract. Interested parties should submit expressions of interest and any queries by 14:00 on 5 April 2019, as the tender period closes on 12 April 2019. The contract is scheduled to commence on 22 April 2019 and will run until 30 January 2020, following a competitive quotation procurement method. This tender presents an excellent opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) involved in forest management and ecological surveys to expand their business. Companies that specialise in forest inventory and monitoring services, particularly those experienced with methodologies outlined in the Forest Mensuration Handbook and Forestry Commission standards, would be well-suited to compete. Engaging in this contract could enhance their visibility and credibility in the sector while contributing to sustainable forestry practices. ## 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. 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. 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 5 April 2019. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f61af00c-0d62-4dd1-aa19-5633e892b0a4 | | 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 | Planning, Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 11 Mar 2019 | | Submission deadline | 12 Apr 2019 | | Future notice date | 11 Apr 2019 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 21 Apr 2019 - 30 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 | TLD North West (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 - 11 Mar 2019 at 09:56 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f61af00c-0d62-4dd1-aa19-5633e892b0a4 - 11 Mar 2019 at 09:40 - Planning - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/03403bf3-f8e0-443e-a4f5-d3359f55c8e8 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f61af00c-0d62-4dd1-aa19-5633e892b0a4 11th March 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/03403bf3-f8e0-443e-a4f5-d3359f55c8e8 11th March 2019 - Future opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/60c08281-0e9b-4bc3-97e2-faad21cfec47 Invitation to Tender ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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