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title: "DGT Passive Phosphorous sampling study and analysis for LIFE R4ever Kent (LIFE20 NAT/UK/OO1001013)"
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# DGT Passive Phosphorous sampling study and analysis for LIFE R4ever Kent (LIFE20 NAT/UK/OO1001013)

Buyer: NATURAL ENGLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-dfa71839-cdfa-43f6-8691-5aeea9e47c71

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## Summary

The contracting authority Natural England has awarded a contract for the project titled "DGT Passive Phosphorous sampling study and analysis for LIFE R4ever Kent" to LANCASTER UNIVERSITY. The project aims to restore and revitalize the River Kent SAC and its wider catchment, benefiting aquatic and terrestrial species. The contract is valued at £43,035 and runs from January 16, 2024, to October 1, 2025.

This tender opportunity, focusing on environmental indicators analysis, is suited for businesses with expertise in sampling study and analysis services related to environmental conservation projects. Interested businesses should note the tender deadline of December 1, 2023, for submission. With a contract period spanning several years, successful bidders can expect stable revenue streams and long-term collaboration with Natural England.

## Notice

The LIFE R4ever Kent project will restore and revitalise the River Kent SAC and its wider catchment, so it is more resilient to environmental pressures. Freshwater pearl mussel (FPM) (S1029) is a keystone species which requires clean gravel habitats and low suspended solids/nutrient loading. Improved water and habitat quality (including H3260 habitat) will benefit other aquatic/terrestrial species including the endangered White clawed crayfish (S1092) and provide optimum conditions for FPM's salmonid hosts. The project will trial new techniques, provide targeted advice and training and promote better replication/communication. Natural England (lead partner) is working in partnership with South Cumbria Rivers Trust, Environment Agency and Freshwater Biological Association. The project is financially supported by LIFE, a financial instrument of the European Commission. The LIFE R4ever Kent project aims to use DGT Passive Phosphorous sampling for two purposes: 1.to inform advice to land managers in the catchment by identifying priority farms for targeted management advice and restoration works where there are higher concentrations of P in the adjacent watercourses, and 2.provide new data on P levels informing Freshwater Pearl Mussel reintroduction site suitability. The new sampling and data created from the project should provide evidence to allow an assessment of P concentrations at specific sites in the Special Area of Conservation measured against the target of 0.005mg/l levels of P required for FPMs. The assessment will include consideration of P concentrations revealed in the context of the land use practices upstream of the sample points. The quotation requested relates to the provision of the necessary expertise, equipment, methodology, laboratory analysis, data review and reporting to facilitate and interpret a programme of DGT Passive Phosphorous sampling. The requirement is split into 7 activities: 1. Study formation 2. Sample kits 3. Deployment kits 4. Sample analysis 5. Interim report writing 6. Final report writing 7. Courier/postage costs Additional information: To apply for this opportunity you must submit your quotation meeting the requirements detailed in the Request for Quotation (RFQ) attached. Your response must be sent to morgan.barrie@naturalengland.org.uk by 18:00 on 01/12/2023. If you have any clarification questions linked to this opportunity or the procurement process please submit these via email to morgan.barrie@naturalengland.org.uk by 18:00 on 24/11/2023. Please note that, unless commercially sensitive, both the question and the response will be circulated to all tenderers.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d9365b6f-950c-4fa3-9d4b-2067c8230d11 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 Apr 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Dec 2023 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 12 Jan 2024 |
| Contract period | 16 Jan 2024 - 1 Oct 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £49,999 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £43,035 |
| 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 | NATURAL ENGLAND |
| Locality | PENRITH |
| Post town | Carlisle |
| Postcode | CA11 9BP |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD1 Cumbria |
| ITL 3 | TLD14 Westmorland and Furness |
| Local authority | Westmorland and Furness |
| Electoral ward | Penrith South |
| Westminster constituency | Penrith and Solway |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | LANCASTER UNIVERSITY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

### Codes

- 90711300 - Environmental indicators analysis other than for construction

## Release History

- 8 Apr 2024 at 14:09 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d9365b6f-950c-4fa3-9d4b-2067c8230d11
- 10 Nov 2023 at 08:23 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1b7f0d0f-5535-47e3-aa07-83e179720ea1

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d9365b6f-950c-4fa3-9d4b-2067c8230d11
  8th April 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1b7f0d0f-5535-47e3-aa07-83e179720ea1
  10th November 2023 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/fa915132-8ece-4d25-8a2c-2d678ba90831
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/1d293ee1-7cc4-4ddd-9fab-a0e2f5e43eb2
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/89414c69-25a7-4854-9f11-191aecbfb2eb
  RFQ
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/SupplierAttachment/4f4fb302-e8af-4617-ad72-0fcabf527dfc

## Notice URLs

- http://www.r4everkent.co.uk

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