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title: "Ocean Literacy Survey for Sussex Bay"
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# Ocean Literacy Survey for Sussex Bay

Buyer: NATURAL ENGLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-8853d4f6-97e1-47b4-bff9-776acc18b2f5

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## Summary

Natural England has completed the procurement process for the Ocean Literacy Survey (OLS) in Sussex Bay, aimed at achieving socio-demographically representative data collection and analysis focused on coastal and inland as well as rural/urban areas within the three local authorities of West Sussex, Brighton & Hove, and East Sussex. The tender process began with publication on 1 October 2024, and proposals were submitted by 16 October 2024. The awarded contract, announced on 22 October 2024, went to BMG Research for a value of £27,475, covering the period from 28 October 2024 to 28 February 2025. The procurement involved an open procedure below the threshold, targeting services within the Research and Development sector (CPV code 73000000).

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses in the research and consultancy services sector, particularly those experienced with socio-demographic studies and data analytics. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) could particularly benefit, given the project's scope and the potential for showcasing their expertise in delivering region-specific surveys and comprehensive reports. Such opportunities not only support business growth through substantial contract values but also enhance reputational standings with public sector entities like Natural England. Businesses with capabilities in conducting online surveys and analysing complex demographic data would be well-suited to compete for similar future tenders.

## Notice

The work required is for a contractor to support Natural England in delivering the Ocean Literacy Survey (OLS) in Sussex Bay, specifically: Task 1: Finalise with NE the questions to be used (a shortened version of the OLS developed for another project and a small number of additional questions that relate to Sussex Bay specifically, with the aim that the survey should not take more than 15 minutes to complete), as well as the method and sampling strategy. An online survey should be used to gather data, as this is the mode that has been used in previous OLS projects. Sussex Bay encompasses three local authority areas - West Sussex County Council, Brighton & Hove City Council and East Sussex County Council. We are ideally looking for a socio-demographically representative sample of c. 2000 people who live in Sussex, including spatially, as we are particularly interested in analysis between coastal and inland and rural/urban areas. If this is not feasible, contractors should state what they feel able to provide in terms of sample size for this area (aiming for results with 95% confidence levels and less than 5% margin of error). Task 2: Undertake the survey - with adults only. Task 3: Analyse the survey results and present in a report similar to the headline reports provided for the national study. This should include descriptive statistics with comparisons between coastal towns and those inland and ideally between the three different local authorities. A draft report is required two weeks before the final report deadline. Additional information: To apply for this opportunity you must submit your quotation meeting the requirements detailed in the Request for Quotation (RFQ) attached. Your response must be sent to davinia.overton@naturalengland.org.uk by 10:00 on 16-10-24. If you have any clarification questions linked to this opportunity or the procurement process please submit these via email to davinia.overton@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/ae33f059-3499-444e-94f8-e973c3c5d23c |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 24 Dec 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Oct 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 21 Oct 2024 |
| Contract period | 28 Oct 2024 - 28 Feb 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £31,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £27,475 |
| 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 | NATURAL ENGLAND |
| Locality | WORTHING |
| Post town | Brighton |
| Postcode | BN11 1LD |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex |
| ITL 3 | TLJ27 West Sussex (South West) |
| Local authority | Worthing |
| Electoral ward | Central |
| Westminster constituency | Worthing West |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BMG RESEARCH |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 24 Dec 2024 at 09:53 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ae33f059-3499-444e-94f8-e973c3c5d23c
- 9 Oct 2024 at 16:46 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/320452cd-b21a-4dc3-9084-f9964b0a4b3a
- 1 Oct 2024 at 15:45 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/320452cd-b21a-4dc3-9084-f9964b0a4b3a

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ae33f059-3499-444e-94f8-e973c3c5d23c
  24th December 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/320452cd-b21a-4dc3-9084-f9964b0a4b3a
  9th October 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/83ab48ba-3a7c-491d-89a9-e18c939f45ae
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/f14ed34e-251c-4c91-8afb-37d9f3cfa404
  RFQ
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/f6298546-35ef-40a4-b88f-64dc64639ccb
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/0a3e076c-9df6-403f-8ed3-44cae32370ae
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/SupplierAttachment/767be13d-5b90-4aef-9211-301bdb34bdea
  Redacted Contract

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