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title: "DNAire Fishpass Package - Invitation to tender"
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# DNAire Fishpass Package - Invitation to tender

Buyer: DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-fd7cbf38-42c9-440e-b0d5-e74510793b8b

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## Summary

The Defra Network eTendering Portal is currently inviting tenders for the "DNAire Fishpass Package," aimed at enhancing the ecological connectivity of the River Aire for migratory fish species, including Atlantic salmon and sea trout. This open procurement, published on 26th June 2018, has an estimated contract value of £900,000 and falls under the category of civil engineering works (CPV code: 45200000). The tender period closes on 7th August 2018, with the contract expected to commence on 31st August 2018 and conclude by 31st December 2021. Interested parties must submit their proposals via the Bravo Solutions eTendering portal.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses within the construction and civil engineering sectors, particularly those focusing on ecological projects or with expertise in building fish and eel passes. Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) and Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate, with the project also offering training placements for engineering undergraduates and apprentices. This initiative not only promises potential contracts but also fosters local skills development within the relevant industries.

## Notice

Complete the ecological reconnection of the River Aire for migratory fish (Atlantic salmon, sea trout and brown trout) from Leeds City Centre to Gargrave by designing and constructing four fish and eel passes on or near existing weirs. The project will offer industrial training placement for three Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) / engineering undergraduates through the fish pass construction as well as offering four construction apprenticeship training places. Please review all tender documents attached for further information. Please note: Tenders must be submitted via the Environment Agency / Defras eTendering portal - Bravo Solutions. Registration is free. www.defra.bravosolution.co.uk

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d6d530f8-e609-417e-8b07-092582e4acf9 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 Jun 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 7 Aug 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Aug 2018 - 31 Dec 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £900,000 |
| 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 | DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1A 0AA |
| 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 |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45200000 - Works for complete or part construction and civil engineering work

## Release History

- 26 Jun 2018 at 13:23 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d6d530f8-e609-417e-8b07-092582e4acf9

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d6d530f8-e609-417e-8b07-092582e4acf9
  26th June 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk
  Link to eSourcing Portal

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