--- title: "Opportunity to Tender - Ecology - Regional Framework Lots (England) - J. Murphy & Sons" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-c496e61d-51e0-4a38-8513-cf8904a95e21" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-c496e61d-51e0-4a38-8513-cf8904a95e21" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-c496e61d-51e0-4a38-8513-cf8904a95e21.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-c496e61d-51e0-4a38-8513-cf8904a95e21.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "BIP SOLUTIONS LIMITED" published: "2026-07-14" --- # Opportunity to Tender - Ecology - Regional Framework Lots (England) - J. Murphy & Sons Buyer: BIP SOLUTIONS LIMITED Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c496e61d-51e0-4a38-8513-cf8904a95e21 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-c496e61d-51e0-4a38-8513-cf8904a95e21) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-c496e61d-51e0-4a38-8513-cf8904a95e21.json) ## Summary J. Murphy & Sons has issued an active tender for “Opportunity to Tender - Ecology - Regional Framework Lots (England)”. The procurement, classified under the civil engineering support services industry, involves a regional framework across England, with a focus on ecology and environmental services. The tender, managed by BIP Solutions Limited from London, is currently in the Tender stage with expressions of interest expected by 21st July 2026. The contract period spans from 14th August 2026 to 11th August 2028. The procurement method for this opportunity is selective, utilising a call-off process from a framework agreement, with an estimated contract value range between £500,000 and £1,000,000. This tender offers substantial opportunities for civil engineering subcontractors, especially those able to deliver specialised ecological services such as surveys, habitat assessments, and impact assessments across significant infrastructure projects like Network Rail CP7 and the TransPennine Route Upgrade. It is particularly suitable for SMEs with expertise in ecological services looking to expand their presence across various locations in England and engage in extensive infrastructure projects. Businesses that provide licensed ecological works, environmental compliance advice, and data management aligned with public infrastructure needs would find this tender beneficial for growth and networking within large-scale, infrastructure-focused exhibitions. ## Notice J. Murphy & Sons invites expressions of interest from experienced civil engineering subcontractors for inclusion on a framework of regional lots across England, supporting major infrastructure programmes. The framework will provide call off opportunities aligned to regional delivery teams and project locations. Project Portfolio Includes: Network Rail CP7 TransPennine Route Upgrade (TRU) Peel Ports Other rail and infrastructure projects across England Scope of Services: The framework will cover the provision of ecology and environmental services, including: Ecological Surveys & Assessments Preliminary Ecological Appraisals (PEA) Habitat surveys and classification (e.g. UKHab) Protected species surveys (e.g. bats, great crested newts, badgers, reptiles, birds) Ecological Impact Assessments (EcIA) Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) assessments and reporting Licensed & Specialist Ecology Works Delivery of works requiring protected species licences Services undertaken by appropriately licensed ecologists in accordance with CIEEM guidance Preparation and submission of licence applications (e.g. Natural England mitigation licences) Supervision of works under licence conditions, including method statements and compliance reporting Vegetation Clearance & Ecological Support Ecological supervision of vegetation clearance and site works (e.g. Ecological Clerk of Works - ECoW) Toolbox talks and site briefings to ensure compliance with environmental requirements Sensitive clearance works in accordance with ecological constraints Monitoring & Mitigation Implementation of ecological mitigation and compensation measures Species and habitat monitoring programmes Installation and monitoring of ecological features (e.g. bat boxes, fencing, habitat creation) Post construction monitoring and reporting Environmental Compliance & Advice Advice to ensure compliance with wildlife legislation and planning conditions Support for environmental permitting and stakeholder engagement Input into construction planning to manage ecological risks Data Management & Reporting Collection, analysis and interpretation of ecological data Preparation of technical reports, licence documentation and compliance records Delivery of outputs aligned to planning authority and regulatory requirements How to Apply: Suppliers must express interest through CompeteFor to receive further tender information, including lot structure and next steps. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a49efac8-af91-45f7-9d2c-9499ee11c263 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Works | | Procurement method | Selective | | Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 14 Jul 2026 | | Submission deadline | 21 Jul 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 13 Aug 2026 - 11 Aug 2028 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £1,000,000 | | 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 | BIP SOLUTIONS LIMITED | | Locality | LONDON | | Post town | North West London | | Postcode | NW5 1TN | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLI London | | ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West | | ITL 3 | TLI36 Camden | | Local authority | Camden | | Electoral ward | Kentish Town North | | Westminster constituency | Holborn and St Pancras | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services ### Codes - 71311100 - Civil engineering support services ## Release History - 14 Jul 2026 at 14:41 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a49efac8-af91-45f7-9d2c-9499ee11c263 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a49efac8-af91-45f7-9d2c-9499ee11c263 14th July 2026 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.competefor.com/business/viewOpportunityDetailsSupplier.html?id=115365633 Please follow this link to view the notice. ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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