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title: "Analysis of Soil Samples for Natural England's Long Term Monitoring Network 2026 - 2027"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06e0b5"
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published: "2026-08-11"
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# Analysis of Soil Samples for Natural England's Long Term Monitoring Network 2026 - 2027

Buyer: NATURAL ENGLAND  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06e0b5

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## Summary

The procurement process initiated by Natural England is currently in the tender stage, with a focus on laboratory services under the industry category "Laboratory services." This opportunity, titled "Analysis of Soil Samples for Natural England's Long Term Monitoring Network 2026 - 2027," involves the analysis of soil samples from four monitoring sites to assess a variety of soil parameters. Located in the United Kingdom and managed by a central government public authority, this tender seeks services with a total estimated contract value of GBP 32,000. The procurement method is an open competition, classified as below threshold. Interested parties are required to submit their quotations by 1 pm on 1st September 2026, with the contract period running from 7th September 2026 to 19th March 2027.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in laboratory services, particularly those experienced in soil analysis and environmental monitoring. Companies with expertise in conducting comprehensive soil parameter analyses will be well-positioned to compete, especially if they can demonstrate familiarity with long-term monitoring protocols. The open competition nature of the procurement method allows a diverse range of businesses the opportunity to bid, thereby fostering growth for small to medium enterprises looking to expand their public sector client base. This tender could bolster a company's portfolio by aligning with the high standards expected by a central government authority like Natural England, enhancing professional credibility and market reach in the environmental analysis sector.

## Notice

This project comprises laboratory analysis of soil samples collected from four of Natural England's Long Term Monitoring sites. Analyses required include a range of physico-chemical and biological soil parameters to enable interpretation of above and below-ground environmental changes and to indicate long-term changes in soil characteristics, functions and biodiversity. Owing to the long-term nature of the project, analyses are required to follow existing protocols (as detailed in the request for quotation).

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/075968-2026 |
| 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 | 11 Aug 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Sep 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 6 Sep 2026 - 19 Mar 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £32,000 |
| Lots value | £32,000 |
| 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 | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71900000 - Laboratory services

## Release History

- 11 Aug 2026 at 06:40 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/075968-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/075968-2026
  11th August 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-20523
  Contract Draft
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-20524
  Commercial Response Template
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-20525
  RFQ

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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