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title: "Social Network Analysis for Natural Course: building capacity to protect and improve the North West water environment"
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# Social Network Analysis for Natural Course: building capacity to protect and improve the North West water environment

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-90b7b717-71d4-43aa-b47a-75d3445e0772

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## Summary

The Department for Environment Food & Rural Affairs is conducting a tender for the project titled "Social Network Analysis for Natural Course: building capacity to protect and improve the North West water environment." This procurement falls under the category of research services, specifically focusing on the North West region of the United Kingdom. The tender period is set to conclude on 26th January 2021 at 12:00, with the contract expected to commence on 15th February 2021 and run until 15th September 2021. The tender follows an open procurement method, with a total value of £20,277.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) specialising in research services and social network analysis. Businesses that can effectively demonstrate their capability in conducting comprehensive analyses and developing methodologies for ongoing data gathering will be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. Engaging in this project could enhance their visibility and credibility within the sector while contributing positively to the environmental goals of the region.

## Notice

"The outputs required as part of this commission are: 1) to conduct a Social Network Analysis for the NWRBD at the start of the project (i.e. prior to 2015, and as such create a baseline for Natural Course); 2) to conduct a mid-project Social Network Analysis for the current Natural Course network including all relevant stakeholders within the NWRBD. This will show what impact Natural Course has had on this baseline scenario; and, 3) to provide a framework and methodology for in-house continuation of data gathering and analysis of which can be updated annually by Natural Course and Environment Agency internal staff (i.e. must be described using tools and techniques accessible to layman staff). Additional information: To apply please respond to the attached Invitation to Quote and associated documents. Email your response to rosie.mcewing@environment-agency.gov.uk. Tenders to be received no later than 12:00 on January 26th 2021. for any further questions, email or phone Rosie McEwing. Email: rosie.mcewing@environment-agency.gov.uk Tel: 07384 820489.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cede287b-24c9-4070-9447-89116be6a171 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Dec 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 26 Jan 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 15 Feb 2021 - 15 Sep 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £20,277 |
| 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 | DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS |
| Locality | WARRINGTON |
| Post town | Warrington |
| Postcode | WA4 1HT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD6 Cheshire |
| ITL 3 | TLD61 Warrington |
| Local authority | Warrington |
| Electoral ward | Latchford East |
| Westminster constituency | Warrington South |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73110000 - Research services

## Release History

- 21 Dec 2020 at 11:35 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cede287b-24c9-4070-9447-89116be6a171

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cede287b-24c9-4070-9447-89116be6a171
  21st December 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/d4cfb894-1aef-41ed-b06c-d81a7b474f88

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