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title: "Catcott Edington and Chilton Moors SSSI - Grassland and Ditch monitoring"
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# Catcott Edington and Chilton Moors SSSI - Grassland and Ditch monitoring

Buyer: NATURAL ENGLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-fb8778c1-a9b8-4532-807e-1a8fd6bc3af1

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## Summary

The contracting process for the "Catcott Edington and Chilton Moors SSSI - Grassland and Ditch monitoring" project was managed by Natural England, based in Dorchester, England. This tender falls under the industry category of Survey Services (CPV 79311000) and pertains to the monitoring and condition assessment of grassland and ditch features within Catcott Edington and Chilton Moors SSSI in Somerset. The procurement process was conducted through an open procedure below the threshold, targeting small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs). The tender stage was announced on 27th March 2024 and concluded with the award on 22nd April 2024. The contract period extends from 22nd April 2024 to 31st January 2026, with a total contract value originally set at £26,700 at the tender stage.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for SMEs and VCSEs operating within the environmental survey sector. Businesses well-suited to measure habitat conditions and produce comprehensive environmental reports would particularly benefit from this contract. Given the procurement’s focus on inclusivity of smaller enterprises, it encourages a competitive environment allowing diverse entities to showcase their expertise and gain a foothold in public sector projects. Engaging in such projects not only leads to immediate business growth through contract execution but also enhances a firm's profile and experience in governmental projects, fostering further opportunities.

## Notice

Habitat survey of Catcott Edington and Chilton Moors SSSI, Somerset, collecting data to enable SSSI Condition Assessment of the grassland and ditch features on the site over the course of 2 field seasons 2024 to 2025. Creating a report and map detailing results of the survey. 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 Laura Daniells by 5 pm on 12/04/2024. If you have any clarification questions linked to this opportunity or the procurement process please submit these via email to Laura.Daniells@naturalengland.org.uk by the 5th of April. 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/0fab8321-f73b-4e77-aff8-834ebc7e4c2c |
| 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 | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 24 Jul 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 12 Apr 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 21 Apr 2024 |
| Contract period | 21 Apr 2024 - 31 Jan 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £26,700 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £18,071 |
| 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 | DORCHESTER |
| Post town | Dorchester |
| Postcode | DT1 1XJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset |
| ITL 3 | TLK64 Dorset |
| Local authority | Dorset |
| Electoral ward | Dorchester West |
| Westminster constituency | West Dorset |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | GECKOELLA |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79311000 - Survey services

## Release History

- 24 Jul 2025 at 09:26 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0fab8321-f73b-4e77-aff8-834ebc7e4c2c
- 27 Mar 2024 at 10:05 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5e9acc48-3bd2-4219-952a-d6073722dddd

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0fab8321-f73b-4e77-aff8-834ebc7e4c2c
  24th July 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5e9acc48-3bd2-4219-952a-d6073722dddd
  27th March 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/53c22bf5-c6fe-4aee-bc87-1229669a16a8
  RFQ
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/058eb846-e267-4a91-8847-75be8d11c702
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/198cde4c-0711-4384-820c-5655f393d893
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/15428dbf-e7b4-412d-87b9-7069aebbd299
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/02a0efbe-2b4c-485e-9fb5-8c0c22113fb4
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/d4118fc6-6f0b-4ca2-82b5-4fc54977b087
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/SupplierAttachment/6df61e26-024c-4da8-ad70-7c895f6b0187

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