---
title: "Ecological Support for Biodiversity Net Gain"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06b91d"
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buyer: "WEST YORKSHIRE COMBINED AUTHORITY"
published: "2026-06-19"
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# Ecological Support for Biodiversity Net Gain

Buyer: WEST YORKSHIRE COMBINED AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06b91d

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## Summary

The West Yorkshire Combined Authority has initiated a tender process seeking ecological consultancy services for a project titled "Ecological Support for Biodiversity Net Gain." The project involves collaboration with local councils in Bradford, Calderdale, Kirklees, and Wakefield to establish a Biodiversity Net Gain service across the region. This initiative aims to provide a consistent and legally compliant framework for investment in biodiversity. The procurement is currently in the tender stage, with key deadlines including the enquiry period ending on 2nd July 2026 and the tender submission closing on 17th July 2026. The contract, valued at £125,000 excluding VAT, will commence on 7th September 2026 and has the potential for renewal. The procurement method is an open competition below the threshold, and it is classified under environmental services.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for consultancy firms specialising in environmental services, particularly those with expertise in ecological planning and management. By securing this contract, a firm can establish or strengthen its presence in the public sector, leveraging the project to demonstrate its capabilities in delivering high-quality ecological consultancy. The focus on Biodiversity Net Gain is aligned with increasing environmental regulatory requirements, making this an opportune project for firms interested in expanding their portfolio in sustainable development initiatives. Businesses able to offer expertise in Habitat Management and Monitoring, as well as those skilled in producing comprehensive environmental reports, will be well-suited to compete for this contract.

## Notice

The Combined Authority is working with Bradford, Calderdale, Kirklees, and Wakefield to establish an RB service to oversee the delivery of BNG on local authority-owned land. This approach will ensure a consistent, transparent and legally compliant framework for BNG investment across the four partner local authorities. BNG investment will be directed effectively so that local authorities meet their biodiversity objectives and comply with statutory requirements. The Combined Authority is seeking to contract with a consultant on a cost per task basis. Consultancy support is required for the tasks outlined below: * Review of Habitat Management and Monitoring Plans (HMMPs) * Certificate of Completion * Habitat Bank Monitoring Reports * Habitat Bank visits/assessments

### Lot Information

Lot LOT-0000

Renewal: The initial contract term will run for one year from the start date, with the option to extend for up to two additional 12 month periods.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058078-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 17 Jul 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 7 Sep 2026 - 6 Sep 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £125,000 |
| Lots value | £125,000 |
| 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 | WEST YORKSHIRE COMBINED AUTHORITY |
| Locality | LEEDS |
| Post town | Leeds |
| Postcode | LS1 2DE |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE4 West Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE42 Leeds |
| Local authority | Leeds |
| Electoral ward | Little London & Woodhouse |
| Westminster constituency | Leeds Central and Headingley |
| Delivery location | TLE4 West Yorkshire |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

### Codes

- 90700000 - Environmental services
- 90710000 - Environmental management
- 90712000 - Environmental planning
- 90720000 - Environmental protection

## Release History

- 19 Jun 2026 at 12:32 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058078-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058078-2026
  19th June 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=106613&TID100111710&B=
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.westyorks-ca.gov.uk

## Provenance

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