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title: "AESME Lot 7: Evaluation of factors affecting dwarf shrub heath SSSIs in AES"
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# AESME Lot 7: Evaluation of factors affecting dwarf shrub heath SSSIs in AES

Buyer: DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-da1b47ab-72c7-4088-8005-ea293bca1603

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "AESME Lot 7: Evaluation of factors affecting dwarf shrub heath SSSIs in AES" is conducted by Defra Network eTendering Portal, based in London. This tender falls under the services category, specifically focusing on environmental monitoring, and has a total value of £120,834. The call-off from a framework agreement was initiated on 3rd October 2019, with the contract expected to conclude by 30th June 2020. The tender period ended on 10th September 2019, making it a critical date for prospective suppliers to be aware of.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in environmental consultancy and monitoring services, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary and community sector enterprises (VCSEs) that have expertise in ecological assessments. Companies well-suited to compete will likely possess capabilities in data analysis, environmental impact assessment, and knowledge of habitat management, which are essential for meeting Defra’s objectives in improving upland dwarf shrub heath Special Sites of Scientific Interest (SSSIs).

## Notice

To evaluate and clarify the extent to which different factors may be inhibiting or masking the progress of upland dwarf shrub heath SSSIs in AES to favourable condition, with a view to improving the implementation of current schemes and informing the development of future AES. Additional information: Please note that Defra procurement uses an E-tendering system for Procurement activities. This is currently provided by Bravo Solutions. To access appropriate tendering and contractual documents, please access the E-Tendering portal at https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk, ensuring that your registration includes "Defra". If you have any problems with this system, please contact Bravo on their telephone helpline number 0800 368 4850 or by emailing them at help@bravosolution.co.uk.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/16aef5e3-2d66-4ad2-abb1-acd2ca4c1a3d |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 25 Oct 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 10 Sep 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 2 Oct 2019 |
| Contract period | 2 Oct 2019 - 30 Jun 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £120,834 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £120,834 |
| 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 | DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1P 3JR |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | St James's |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | FERA SCIENCE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

### Codes

- 90711500 - Environmental monitoring other than for construction

## Release History

- 25 Oct 2019 at 13:27 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/16aef5e3-2d66-4ad2-abb1-acd2ca4c1a3d

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/16aef5e3-2d66-4ad2-abb1-acd2ca4c1a3d
  25th October 2019 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/f91d4e58-47c1-4d45-bb1f-c03ea6bd48b2
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## Notice URLs

- https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk

## Provenance

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