--- title: "Durham Coast SSSI Condition Assessment of the Non-Breeding Bird Assemblage" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06d16c" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06d16c" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06d16c.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06d16c.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "NATURAL ENGLAND" published: "2026-07-31" --- # Durham Coast SSSI Condition Assessment of the Non-Breeding Bird Assemblage Buyer: NATURAL ENGLAND Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06d16c [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06d16c) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06d16c.json) ## Summary Natural England, acting as the buying organisation, is seeking to engage in a public procurement process for the "Durham Coast SSSI Condition Assessment of the Non-Breeding Bird Assemblage." This tender falls under the industry category of survey services, specifically targeting the collection of data on non-breeding waterbirds, including species such as the Purple Sandpiper, Sanderling, and Turnstone. The procurement process is at the tender stage, with an active status, and is executed using an open competition method. Prospective tenderers should note that the submission deadline for quotations is set for 17:00 on Monday, 17th August 2026. The services are to be delivered in the UK, specifically focused on the UKC region, with the contract expected to commence on 26th August 2026 and last until 5th July 2027, excluding potential extensions. This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in ecological and environmental surveys, particularly those with expertise in ornithology and data collection related to bird assemblages. It is well-suited for SMEs, given its open procurement method and below-threshold competition specifications. Participating in this project could allow businesses to grow by expanding their portfolio and enhancing their credibility through collaboration with a central government authority like Natural England. Interested companies would benefit from demonstrating their ability to effectively gather and analyse environmental data, ensuring compliance with specific RFQ submissions and deadlines to compete effectively. Additionally, the contract includes possible extensions, providing a longer-term engagement opportunity. ## Notice The survey will collect data on the abundance and distribution non-breeding waterbirds on Durham Coast, in particular Purple Sandpiper (Calidris maritima), Sanderling (Calidris alba) and Turnstone (Arenaria interpres). Please note: It is mandatory for suppliers to provide costs for all scenarios ### Lot Information Lot 1 Renewal: The contract has been designed to include a 4 month extension to allow completion of the end of season survey and preparation of the final report. In addition, there is the option of a further 2 month extension, bringing the total possible extension period to 6 months. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072498-2026 | | 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 | 31 Jul 2026 | | Submission deadline | 17 Aug 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 25 Aug 2026 - 5 Jul 2027 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £58,000 | | Lots value | £58,000 | | 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 | 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 | TLC North East (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 79311000 - Survey services ## Release History - 31 Jul 2026 at 08:41 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072498-2026 - 30 Jul 2026 at 10:44 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072102-2026 - 24 Jul 2026 at 10:50 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/070211-2026 - 23 Jul 2026 at 08:15 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/069438-2026 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072498-2026 31st July 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072102-2026 30th July 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/070211-2026 24th July 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/069438-2026 23rd July 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-19485 RFQ - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-19486 Order Form - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-19487 Commercial Response Template - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-19890 - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-19891 Updated RFQ 30-7 - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-19892 - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-19893 - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-19894 - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-19895 - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-19896 - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-19945 Updated clarification questions and answers 31-7-26 - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-19946 Updated RFQ 30-7-26 - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-19947 Updated order form 30-7-26 ## 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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