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title: "Production Survey in the South of West England Forest District"
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# Production Survey in the South of West England Forest District

Buyer: FORESTRY COMMISSION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-95d6d801-83b4-4299-9fd8-a71581e3bd7c

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## Summary

The Forestry Commission is inviting tenders for the "Production Survey in the South of West England Forest District," focusing on forest inventory services. This procurement process is currently at the award stage, with a contract value of £25,000. The tender period concluded on 26th June 2020, and the contract is set to commence on 6th July 2020, lasting until 26th February 2021. Prospective suppliers should note that the survey will be conducted in the South West region of the United Kingdom, and an open procurement method was employed, suitable for businesses below a specified financial threshold.

This contract presents a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in forestry services, particularly those experienced in forest monitoring and data collection. Competitors with knowledge of the Forest Mensuration handbook, as well as strong data processing capabilities using methods such as Excel or electronic callipers, would excel in this tender. Businesses interested in participating should reach out to the specified contact by 19th June 2020 to express their interest and address any inquiries related to the tender.

## Notice

Forest Research is seeking tenders for the carrying out of a production survey in the South of West England Forest District. Production survey plots will be established following ONE of the method options and based on both the Forest Mensuration handbook 2006, the Forestry Commission Field Guide for Timber Measurement 2008 and the Forestry Commission Survey Handbook, 3rd edition 2007. There are two options for data collection available for this contract > method 1 - by tape and paper documentation plus input and calculation in an Excel package > method 2 - electronic callipers. Only one of the methods will be used as declared by the contractor. Both methods will include: > Possible sub-compartment stratification > Plot navigation, numbering, recording grid reference and size choice - circular plots will always be used of the same size. > Data collection to include: - Species - DBH - Planting year - Top height - Possible A4 or A5 tariff details - Specific comments about tree health, form regeneration coverage % by species Data processing to include: > For method 1 - input and calculation using Excel spreadsheet and YC calculation > For method 2 - downloading callipers and editing specific screens Data presentation will include: > For method 1 -Completed, legible field maps, data sheets with any relevant U15 forms attached for each sub-compartment and a completed Excel spreadsheet for each sub-compartment. > For method 2 - Completed, legible field maps with any relevant U15 forms attached and a .xfr file for each sub-compartment Biosecurity guidelines will be complied with. All paperwork will be returned to Forest Research Fineshade. 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@forestresearch.gov.uk no later than 14.00hrs on Friday 19th June 2020.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5c6d4db5-33e4-44bb-9ae0-3ff7305a949c |
| 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 | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 2 Nov 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 26 Jun 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 29 Jun 2020 |
| Contract period | 5 Jul 2020 - 26 Feb 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £25,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £25,000 |
| 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 | TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BARLE VALLEY FORESTRY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 2 Nov 2020 at 21:25 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5c6d4db5-33e4-44bb-9ae0-3ff7305a949c
- 21 May 2020 at 20:03 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/551cf12e-3962-40fc-aff2-7b2549275e03

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5c6d4db5-33e4-44bb-9ae0-3ff7305a949c
  2nd November 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/551cf12e-3962-40fc-aff2-7b2549275e03
  21st May 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/77dee9be-3247-4bdd-abdb-9e1eb64329f4
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