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title: "Invitation to Tender for the provision of an Invasive Species Policy Development"
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# Invitation to Tender for the provision of an Invasive Species Policy Development

Buyer: CAMBRIDGE CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-bf7eb5f4-3768-4e7e-851a-6d2cbcf5729c

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## Summary

Cambridge City Council has recently awarded a contract for the development of an Invasive Species Policy, aligning with its climate change goals. This contract was awarded following an open procedure tender process to Axion Solutions Limited, a small to medium-sized enterprise. The procurement process, classified under research, development services, and environmental services, was situated in the United Kingdom and reached the award stage on 3rd March 2025. The contract period will last from 12th March 2025 until 10th September 2025, with the formal award notice published on 21st July 2025. The awarded value of the contract is £10,980.

This procurement process heralds substantial opportunities for businesses involved in policy development, research, and environmental consultancy services. The tender particularly favours SMEs, highlighting the potential for small enterprises to contribute to governmental environmental strategies and foster growth. Companies with expertise in legislative compliance, community engagement, and strategic environmental management will find themselves well-suited to compete in similar future opportunities, as the Council continues to prioritise sustainable and innovative solutions.

## Notice

In alignment with the Council's broader climate change goals, HDC is seeking to develop an actionable and compliant Invasive Species Policy. This policy will enable the Council to: Identify and prioritise invasive species threats in council-managed parks and countryside areas. Deliver clear, cost-effective strategies for control and eradication. Strengthen community awareness and engagement in managing invasive species. Align with legislative requirements and government best practices. The Council requires the policy to address immediate and high-impact actions while also serving as a strategic document to support future funding applications and partnerships. After a competitive tendering process, This has now been awarded to Axion Solutions Limited.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a9c96dbd-2ea3-4e5c-8cc0-4c9aeeb51fb7 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Jul 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 27 Feb 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 3 Mar 2025 |
| Contract period | 12 Mar 2025 - 10 Sep 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £10,980 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £10,980 |
| 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 | CAMBRIDGE CITY COUNCIL |
| Locality | HUNTINGDON |
| Post town | Peterborough |
| Postcode | PE29 6YG |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH4 Cambridgeshire and Peterborough |
| ITL 3 | TLH42 Cambridgeshire CC |
| Local authority | Huntingdonshire |
| Electoral ward | Huntingdon North |
| Westminster constituency | Huntingdon |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | AXION SOLUTIONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
- 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
- 90000000 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

## Release History

- 21 Jul 2025 at 11:05 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a9c96dbd-2ea3-4e5c-8cc0-4c9aeeb51fb7

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a9c96dbd-2ea3-4e5c-8cc0-4c9aeeb51fb7
  21st July 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
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