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title: "2024 and 2025 Post-fishery report of Stubborn and Ferrier Sand cockle beds, The Wash, Norfolk."
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05dd45"
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published: "2025-12-16"
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# 2024 and 2025 Post-fishery report of Stubborn and Ferrier Sand cockle beds, The Wash, Norfolk.

Buyer: NATURAL ENGLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05dd45

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## Summary

The procurement process initiated by Natural England, a central government public authority located in London, sought the provision of services for the 2024 and 2025 post-fishery report of Stubborn and Ferrier Sand cockle beds in The Wash, Norfolk. The tender falls under the marine survey services category and was conducted using an open procurement method, which is detailed as a below threshold open competition. The process has reached the contract award stage, with APEM Ltd, based in Letchworth, securing the contract valued at £15,313.54, with the period spanning from January 5, 2026, to March 9, 2026. The contract was signed on December 15, 2025, and the award remains active as of December 16, 2025.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in marine survey services as it requires expertise in post-fishery reporting and environmental assessment. Companies that specialise in marine environmental studies and related fields are well-suited to meet the contract's requirements. With Natural England acting as the buyer, businesses have the potential for forming long-term relationships and gaining visibility within the public sector. APEM Ltd's successful bid showcases that even large-scale operations stand a chance in open competitions under specific threshold conditions. Such opportunities foster business growth by allowing firms to showcase their expertise and quality service delivery in prestigious environmental projects.

## Notice

Provision of 2024 and 2025 Post-fishery report of Stubborn and Ferrier Sand cockle beds, The Wash, Norfolk.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/083497-2025 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Dec 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Dec 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 15 Dec 2025 |
| Contract period | 5 Jan 2026 - 9 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £20,000 |
| Lots value | £20,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £15,313 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NATURAL ENGLAND |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1P 4DF |
| 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 | TLH East (England) |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71354500 - Marine survey services

## Release History

- 16 Dec 2025 at 15:52 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/083497-2025
- 19 Nov 2025 at 11:14 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/075128-2025
- 10 Nov 2025 at 09:10 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072251-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/083497-2025
  16th December 2025 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/075128-2025
  19th November 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072251-2025
  10th November 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-7594
  Request for quotation (word doc)
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-7595
  Request for Quotation (Pdf)
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-7596
  Order Form
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-7597
  Commercial Response Template

## Notice URLs

- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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