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title: "GB-Bristol: Wild Kielder"
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# GB-Bristol: Wild Kielder

Buyer: FORESTRY ENGLAND FOR AND ON BEHALF OF THE FORESTRY COMMISSION  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c8c75b71-c508-4195-8c37-f70182e49f4f

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## Summary

Forestry England, on behalf of the Forestry Commission, is inviting tenders for the project titled "GB-Bristol: Wild Kielder." This procurement process focuses on the "services" industry category and involves an open procedure for awarding two contracts: one for a hydrological feasibility study and another for a peatland feasibility study. The project pertains to watercourses and wetland habitats within Wild Kielder. Located in Bristol, the contracting authority’s office will manage the contracts. Key dates include the extended closing date of 13th September 2024 at noon, the start of the contract period on 7th October 2024, and the end date on 31st March 2026. The minimum contract value is £100,000, with a total estimated value of £500,000.

This tender offers significant growth opportunities for businesses, especially those specialising in environmental consulting, hydrology, and peatland management. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to apply, making it an excellent opportunity for smaller firms to secure substantial government contracts. The procurement process is transparent and based solely on the predefined criteria, ensuring a fair chance for all qualified businesses capable of delivering on the feasibility studies' requirements.

## Notice

NOTE: This notice was updated on 23 August 2024 for the following reason: Extended closing date until 13th September 2024 at 12noon.(Forestry England are seeking expert advice on the functioning and condition of watercourses and wetland habitats within Wild Kielder. We will be awarding contracts for: *Lot 1 - A hydrological feasibility study *Lot 2 - A peatland feasibility study) Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/624e74eb-640b-4c10-9c7c-6d1ee99f1c4b |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Aug 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Aug 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 6 Oct 2024 - 31 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £500,000 |
| 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 | FORESTRY ENGLAND FOR AND ON BEHALF OF THE FORESTRY COMMISSION |
| Locality | BRISTOL |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | BS16 1EJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England |
| ITL 3 | TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire |
| Local authority | South Gloucestershire |
| Electoral ward | Stoke Park & Cheswick |
| Westminster constituency | Filton and Bradley Stoke |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 79314000 - Feasibility study

## Release History

- 23 Aug 2024 at 13:00 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/624e74eb-640b-4c10-9c7c-6d1ee99f1c4b
- 1 Aug 2024 at 12:30 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/624e74eb-640b-4c10-9c7c-6d1ee99f1c4b

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/624e74eb-640b-4c10-9c7c-6d1ee99f1c4b
  23rd August 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-GB-Bristol:-Wild-Kielder/C28J688NW7
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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