--- title: "Downs to the Sea - Ferry Fields Predator Exclusion Fence" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-e41ba117-4b9e-4f3a-8dea-c3d55b26ef7f" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-e41ba117-4b9e-4f3a-8dea-c3d55b26ef7f" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-e41ba117-4b9e-4f3a-8dea-c3d55b26ef7f.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-e41ba117-4b9e-4f3a-8dea-c3d55b26ef7f.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "ROYAL SOCIETY FOR THE PROTECTION OF BIRDS" published: "2026-04-06" --- # Downs to the Sea - Ferry Fields Predator Exclusion Fence Buyer: ROYAL SOCIETY FOR THE PROTECTION OF BIRDS Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e41ba117-4b9e-4f3a-8dea-c3d55b26ef7f [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-e41ba117-4b9e-4f3a-8dea-c3d55b26ef7f) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-e41ba117-4b9e-4f3a-8dea-c3d55b26ef7f.json) ## Summary The Royal Society for the Protection of Birds is currently in the tender stage for a project titled "Downs to the Sea - Ferry Fields Predator Exclusion Fence". This contract focuses on environmental improvement works and is classified under CPV code 45262640. The procurement process is being conducted via a competitive quotation method, suitable for projects below the financial threshold. The project is located at Pagham Ferry Field, PO20 7NE, England. Key deadlines include a tender submission closing date on 13th April 2026, with the contract period scheduled from 1st August 2026 to 31st October 2026. The main procurement category is works, specifically aimed at installing a predator exclusion fence to protect local wildlife. This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses in the environmental rehabilitation sector, particularly those with expertise in construction and fencing for wildlife protection. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) will find this project particularly appealing, given its suitability stipulations. Participating in this procurement can facilitate business growth by aligning with a reputable organisation like the RSPB and contributing to conservation efforts, thereby enhancing a company's portfolio in environmental projects. Those with a capacity for competitive pricing and innovative solutions in environmental improvements are well-positioned to compete for this contract. ## Notice Downs to the Sea is a partnership project led by the South Downs National Park and funded by the National Lottery Herritage Fund. Last year groundworks were carried out at Pagham Ferry Field. This year we will be installing a predator exclusion fence to protect ground nesting birds from Fox and Badger predation. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9e5d6233-dc33-4064-bd63-d8872bf11a62 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Works | | Procurement method | Limited | | Procurement method details | Competitive quotation (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 6 Apr 2026 | | Submission deadline | 13 Apr 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 31 Jul 2026 - 31 Oct 2026 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £50,000 | | 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 | ROYAL SOCIETY FOR THE PROTECTION OF BIRDS | | Locality | SANDY | | Post town | Stevenage | | Postcode | SG19 2DL | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLH East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire | | ITL 3 | TLH25 Central Bedfordshire | | Local authority | Central Bedfordshire | | Electoral ward | Sandy | | Westminster constituency | North Bedfordshire | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 45 - Construction work - 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services ### Codes - 45262640 - Environmental improvement works - 90722000 - Environmental rehabilitation ## Release History - 6 Apr 2026 at 07:59 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9e5d6233-dc33-4064-bd63-d8872bf11a62 - 1 Apr 2026 at 10:15 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9e5d6233-dc33-4064-bd63-d8872bf11a62 - 1 Apr 2026 at 10:09 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9e5d6233-dc33-4064-bd63-d8872bf11a62 - 31 Mar 2026 at 07:42 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9e5d6233-dc33-4064-bd63-d8872bf11a62 - 19 Mar 2026 at 09:30 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9e5d6233-dc33-4064-bd63-d8872bf11a62 - 19 Mar 2026 at 09:10 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9e5d6233-dc33-4064-bd63-d8872bf11a62 - 9 Mar 2026 at 09:31 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9e5d6233-dc33-4064-bd63-d8872bf11a62 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9e5d6233-dc33-4064-bd63-d8872bf11a62 6th April 2026 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/e8b4cd45-d9bf-449f-ba12-ae651a88d9cc Invitation to Tender Doccument - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/859f7b9e-c51c-4ef9-9ab2-424abb94050d Pricing Schedule - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/2f332b69-27a8-4b56-a5dc-00b372a35b06 Pre-Construction Information - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/40d34c90-8600-40ea-b5e1-ce9bf2a432fd Pagham Emergency Information - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/bf0ebf13-813f-4f55-89d1-c00774703bf5 Planning Permission - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/44269604-c8a9-4e5e-a9b6-523528ec5b63 Planning Water Vole Mitigation Statement - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/c58d1eac-9dcc-44fd-bb88-3fef929d4fef Planning Badger Mitigation Statement - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/a1563a60-e862-4c60-a715-141621580a43 Question Responses - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/259b92ee-ba88-4523-9e14-2afff3d20043 Question Responses - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/8439dad4-354e-4452-b4a3-aa8d9c7121f0 Water Vole Mitigation Statement - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/260788b7-6969-4637-997b-98f5caa7e51c Questions Clarifications - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/c4a4b93f-14ea-442e-a135-4b6ac921e8ca Question Responses ## Notice URLs - https://www.rspb.org.uk/days-out/reserves/pagham-harbour-local-nature-reserve ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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