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title: "Attribute survey in the East of North England Forest District"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-069b76"
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# Attribute survey in the East of North England Forest District

Buyer: FORESTRY COMMISSION  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-069b76

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## Summary

The Forestry Commission is seeking bids for an "Attribute survey in the East of North England Forest District," focusing on carrying out surveys following outlined methods in established handbooks. The industry category covers surveying, forest inventory, and forest monitoring services. The procurement is at the tender stage, with a closing time for bids on 15th June 2026 at 14:00 BST. Located in the UKC region of the United Kingdom, this open competition process offers a gross contract value of £20,400 and is ideal for businesses that can start by 22nd June 2026, covering a contract period until 5th February 2027. The procurement method is open and suitable for small and medium enterprises (SMEs), emphasising both price and non-price criteria (50% each) in the selection process, as detailed in the Invitation to Tender (ITT).

This tender presents a significant growth opportunity for businesses specialising in forestry and environmental services, particularly those experienced in providing surveying, data collection, and evaluation services. Ideal candidates are SMEs capable of adhering to stringent survey guidelines and possessing expertise in handling large-scale forest data assessments. The opportunity is suited to companies that can offer comprehensive solutions and handle plot navigations, marking, and detailed data analysis. Engaging with the Forestry Commission can enhance credibility, promote reputation in the public sector, and provide valuable exposure to future procurement possibilities in related fields.

## Notice

Forest Research is inviting bids for the carrying out of an Attribute survey in the East of North England Forest District, in accordance with the attached Invitation to Tender (ITT). Attribute survey plots will be established and assessed following the method based on both the Forest Mensuration handbook 2006 and the Forestry Commission Survey Handbook, 3rd edition 2007. The method will include: > Plot navigation, numbering and size choice: Circular plots will always be used of the same size > Marking plot centres and plot trees. > Data collection to include: Species Planting year Stocking Top Height Original planting spacing Open ground Map changes > Data presentation will include: The field form, map and AP will be stapled together and returned. All documentation will be filled in a clear and legible way Grid references will be supplied for all plots All species will be recorded, the use of MC and MB is not permitted unless classified as a very minor component

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/045569-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 15 Jun 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 21 Jun 2026 - 5 Feb 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £17,000 |
| Lots value | £17,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Active |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | FORESTRY COMMISSION |
| Locality | BRISTOL |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | BS16 1EJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England |
| ITL 3 | TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire |
| Local authority | South Gloucestershire |
| Electoral ward | Stoke Park & Cheswick |
| Westminster constituency | Filton and Bradley Stoke |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 77 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services

### Codes

- 71355000 - Surveying services
- 77231400 - Forest inventory services
- 77231500 - Forest monitoring or evaluation services

## Release History

- 18 May 2026 at 22:07 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/045569-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/045569-2026
  18th May 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-16285
  ITT

## Notice URLs

- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/forestry-commission
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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