--- title: "Diving services framework 2026 Engagement session" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05dca0" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-05dca0" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05dca0.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05dca0.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "NATURAL RESOURCES WALES" published: "2025-11-10" --- # Diving services framework 2026 Engagement session Buyer: NATURAL RESOURCES WALES Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05dca0 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-05dca0) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05dca0.json) ## Summary The procurement process for the Diving Services Framework 2026, organised by Natural Resources Wales, is currently in the planning stage with a focus on market engagement. This involves a preliminary engagement session scheduled for 26th November 2025, from 2 p.m to 3 p.m, which will be conducted via Teams meeting. This procurement falls under the services category, specifically targeting marine services, and takes place across Wales' Special Areas of Conservation. The framework is set to commence on 6th March 2026 and conclude by 5th March 2030, with the location focused on areas such as Pembrokeshire Marine, Pen Llŷn a'r Sarnau, and Menai Strait & Conwy Bay. The framework agreement aims to utilise up to 25-30 fieldwork days annually between May and September to support ecological surveys, essential for statutory reporting on marine sites' health and condition. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialised in marine ecological surveys, particularly those experienced in professional scuba diving and biological monitoring. Companies with proficiency in techniques such as species identification, cell-frequency count quadrat surveys, and underwater photography will find this contract alignment beneficial. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) with a commitment to safety and high-quality data collection will have the opportunity to collaborate alongside Natural Resources Wales' scientists. This initiative not only contributes to ecological preservation but also fosters growth and development in the marine service sector, targeting businesses eager to expand their operational footprint while engaging with central government and complying with Welsh devolved regulations. ## Notice This is a supplier engagement session notice in relation to the establishment of Diving services Framework agreement 2026. Natural Resources Wales (NRW) is seeking qualified professional scuba diving contractors to support our marine biological monitoring programme within Wales' Special Areas of Conservation (SACs). Working alongside NRW's experienced diving scientists, contractors will help assess the health and condition of key subtidal habitat features - particularly reefs - through in-situ biological surveys. This work is essential for informing statutory reporting on the ecological status of Wales' protected marine sites. Key Details: - Location: SACs across Wales, including Pembrokeshire Marine, Pen Llyn a'r Sarnau, and Menai Strait & Conwy Bay - Duration: Up to 25-30 days of fieldwork per year, typically between May and September - Techniques: Species cell-frequency count quadrat surveys, species identification, underwater photography, and video documentation - Collaboration: Work as part of a joint team with NRW divers and marine ecologists We're looking for capable, safety-conscious diving professionals with experience in marine ecological surveys and a commitment to high-quality data collection. ### Planning Information The supplier engagement session will take place on the 26th November 2025 at 2 p.m - 3 p.m via Teams meeting. Supplier to contact Jana.Paulova@cyfoethnaturiolcymru.gov.uk should they wish to attend. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072260-2025 | | Notice type | UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 10 Nov 2025 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 26 Nov 2025 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 6 Mar 2026 - 5 Mar 2030 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Planning | | Lots status | Planning | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | NATURAL RESOURCES WALES | | Locality | CARDIFF | | Post town | Cardiff | | Postcode | CF10 3NQ | | Country | Wales | | ITL 1 | TLL Wales | | ITL 2 | TLL5 South East Wales | | ITL 3 | TLL52 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan | | Local authority | Cardiff | | Electoral ward | Cathays | | Westminster constituency | Cardiff South and Penarth | | Delivery location | TLL Wales | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 98 - Other community, social and personal services ### Codes - 98360000 - Marine services ## Release History - 10 Nov 2025 at 09:49 - PlanningUpdate - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072260-2025 - 7 Nov 2025 at 11:39 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071967-2025 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072260-2025 10th November 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071967-2025 7th November 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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