--- title: "Blue Belt Finance - Sustainable Finance Mechanisms Requirement" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-d08b0a85-6022-424f-9350-401eceb9872d" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-d08b0a85-6022-424f-9350-401eceb9872d" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-d08b0a85-6022-424f-9350-401eceb9872d.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-d08b0a85-6022-424f-9350-401eceb9872d.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "ENVIRONMENT AGENCY" published: "2020-09-17" --- # Blue Belt Finance - Sustainable Finance Mechanisms Requirement Buyer: ENVIRONMENT AGENCY Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d08b0a85-6022-424f-9350-401eceb9872d [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-d08b0a85-6022-424f-9350-401eceb9872d) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-d08b0a85-6022-424f-9350-401eceb9872d.json) ## Summary The Environment Agency is initiating a procurement process for a project titled "Blue Belt Finance - Sustainable Finance Mechanisms Requirement." This opportunity falls within the industry category of financial consultancy services, aimed at developing guidance for sustainable finance mechanisms in Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) and other conservation measures, particularly focusing on UK Overseas Territories. The procurement stage is currently in planning, with the tender expected to go live on 28 September 2020. The contract period is set to start on 4 November 2020 and will run until 31 March 2021. Interested parties should note that the procurement method is classified as limited, utilising a competitive quotation process below the threshold. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in financial consultancy, particularly those with experience in sustainable practices and marine conservation. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as this project is suited for firms equipped to conduct desk-based reviews and develop tailored finance plans. Companies with capabilities in quality assurance, particularly those who can produce rigorous evidence and adhere to recognised standards, will have a competitive edge in this procurement process. ## Notice The tender will be run via the Defra e-Sourcing portal (https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk/web/login.html?_ncp=1600341234821.1163667415-1) and is expected to be made live on 28 September. This will be a Sub-OJEU restricted opportunity due to the specific field. If you feel that you would be able to provide the service, please contact the Commercial Lead: Luciana Matthews - luciana.matthews@environment-agency.gov.uk A more detailed specification will be published along with the ITT Budget is limited and has been approved at correct level Brief Description: 1. Project Aim Develop practical guidance on sustainable finance mechanisms for Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) and other effective conservation measures (OECMs) in UK Overseas Territories (OTs), using Ascension Island as an individual case study. 2. Objectives The objectives of this project are to: a) MMO to provide further background detail on the OTs and facilitate any questions for the OTs on behalf of the contractor (with the exception of Ascension Island). b) Conduct a desk-based review of best-practice sustainable finance mechanisms for the management of MPAs and OECMs, with a focus on what is practical for these small, low-income , islands and; c) Set out the most suitable generic mechanisms applicable across all the UK Overseas Territories within the Blue Belt Programme d) Conduct a desk-based review of novel financing models with a focus on regional place-based portfolios. Consult with FCO/DFID, relevant NGOs, philanthropists, businesses and other relevant bodies to establish viability of approaches identifed and; e) Set out the pathway (timeline, resource needs, budget, governance, necessary enablers and anticipated outcomes) towards a regional place-based portfolio, or other novel sustainable finance mechanism, which could support - for example - the South Atlantic OTs, or all OTs within the Blue Belt Programme. f) In consultation with Ascension Island Government (AIG), produce a tailored sustainable finance plan for Ascension Island. It is essential that any evidence used in preparing the final report has been collected, processed and published with rigour and that appropriate quality assurance (QA) processes are in place, and embedded, within the contracting organisation. The Contractor will provide the MMO with relevant assurances around QA procedures and/or certifications from recognised standards providers (e.g. ISO). Please refer to the MMO's Quality Assurance of Evidence processes for guidance as to what the MMO will be looking for Additional information: Please be advised that dates on attachments had to be revised due to resource constraints. A more detailed timeline will be published with ITT ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6a27f01f-9af9-4d5a-9ed9-687a6cb92162 | | Notice type | Planned Procurement Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Not specified | | Procurement method | Limited | | Procurement method details | Competitive quotation (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 17 Sep 2020 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 28 Sep 2020 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 4 Nov 2020 - 31 Mar 2021 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Planned | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | ENVIRONMENT AGENCY | | Locality | BRISTOL | | Post town | Bristol | | Postcode | BS1 5AH | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England | | ITL 3 | TLK51 Bristol, City of | | Local authority | Bristol, City of | | Electoral ward | Hotwells and Harbourside | | Westminster constituency | Bristol Central | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 66 - Financial and insurance services ### Codes - 66171000 - Financial consultancy services ## Release History - 17 Sep 2020 at 12:20 - Planning - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6a27f01f-9af9-4d5a-9ed9-687a6cb92162 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6a27f01f-9af9-4d5a-9ed9-687a6cb92162 17th September 2020 - Future opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/ede7e8f2-f136-4ade-b5ff-af062838cdb3 - https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/marine-management-organisation ## Notice URLs - https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk/web/login.html?_ncp=1600341234821.1163667415-1 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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