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title: "A literature review investigating the decline in mussel (Mytilus edulis) bed habitat in the Wash and across Europe and the Northeast Atlantic and restoration methods"
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# A literature review investigating the decline in mussel (Mytilus edulis) bed habitat in the Wash and across Europe and the Northeast Atlantic and restoration methods

Buyer: NATURAL ENGLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-9cd1ee21-8e05-4eb3-8bb5-75caac2066e1

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## Summary

Natural England has awarded a contract to ABP Marine Environmental Research Ltd for a project titled "A literature review investigating the decline in mussel (Mytilus edulis) bed habitat in the Wash and across Europe and the Northeast Atlantic and restoration methods". This procurement falls under the marine research services category and is relevant to parties within the United Kingdom. The procurement process was conducted using an open procedure methodology, below the threshold, and was published on 6th November 2024. The tender phase concluded on 29th November 2024, with the contract period running from 8th January 2025 to 31st March 2025. The entire process is in the award stage as of 27th May 2025.

This procurement offers substantial opportunities for businesses engaged in marine research, particularly those specialising in ecological studies and habitat restoration. Companies that are small to medium enterprises (SMEs) might find this contract beneficial given its specific suitability criteria. Participation in such projects can lead to enhanced expertise in marine conservation and provide collaborative opportunities with a leading environmental authority like Natural England, thereby fostering business growth and increasing visibility in the ecological sector.

## Notice

A literature review investigating the decline in mussel (Mytilus edulis) bed habitat in the Wash and across Europe and the Northeast Atlantic and restoration methods. The work should include a full review of both grey and academic literature to address the following: An brief overview of blue mussel (Mytilus edulis) as a species and a habitat, and the importance of habitat networks An overview of the historic distribution of blue mussel across broad areas (e.g. mainland Europe, Northeast Atlantic, UK) An overview of the historic distribution of blue mussel in the Wash and North Norfolk Coast An overview of possible causes of historical decline across broad areas (e.g. mainland Europe, Northeast Atlantic, UK) An overview of possible causes of current decline across broad areas (e.g. mainland Europe, Northeast Atlantic, UK) An overview of restoration projects (including restoration of existing and new populations) in the Northern Hemisphere, evaluating successful and unsuccessful projects and specific methodologies An overview of the restoration potential in the Wash and North Norfolk Coast; An overview of how The Wash and North Norfolk Coast could be impacted by climate change and other potential threats to restoration efforts in future Recommendations for future surveys and/or studies to fill any identified evidence gaps 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 Florence.Aves@naturalengland.org.uk by 17:30 on 29/11/2024. If you have any clarification questions linked to this opportunity or the procurement process please submit these via email to Florence.Aves@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/87b93719-4672-4abc-a78c-fc4db6405d5f |
| 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 | 27 May 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 29 Nov 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 18 Dec 2024 |
| Contract period | 8 Jan 2025 - 31 Mar 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £12,500 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £9,835 |
| 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 | CAMBRIDGE |
| Post town | Cambridge |
| Postcode | CB2 8DR |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH4 Cambridgeshire and Peterborough |
| ITL 3 | TLH42 Cambridgeshire CC |
| Local authority | Cambridge |
| Electoral ward | Petersfield |
| Westminster constituency | Cambridge |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ABP MARINE ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73112000 - Marine research services

## Release History

- 27 May 2025 at 13:41 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/87b93719-4672-4abc-a78c-fc4db6405d5f
- 8 Nov 2024 at 14:19 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e4c7df3f-4090-408a-9a3f-3862dbbd65de
- 6 Nov 2024 at 11:19 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e4c7df3f-4090-408a-9a3f-3862dbbd65de

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/87b93719-4672-4abc-a78c-fc4db6405d5f
  27th May 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e4c7df3f-4090-408a-9a3f-3862dbbd65de
  8th November 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/5ac77494-bf91-46e3-8456-51574134f090
  RFQ
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/b69d1067-3d20-4a10-9e17-481105c02f02
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/1599ad09-82c6-420b-81ef-f31175db544f
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/SupplierAttachment/eaac5b12-9be3-4bf8-9e82-0045a0f7bc9e

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