Published date: 30 September 2020

This notice was replaced on 30 September 2020

This notice does not contain the most up-to-date information about this procurement. The most recent notice is:

Awarded contract (published 8 February 2021)

Closed opportunity - This means that the contract is currently closed. The buying department may be considering suppliers that have already applied, or no suitable offers were made.


Contract summary

Industry

  • Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products - 03000000

Location of contract

South West

Value of contract

£53,500

Procurement reference

WILTS001-DN502110-89083347

Published date

30 September 2020

Closing date

21 October 2020

Closing time

5pm

Contract start date

14 November 2020

Contract end date

14 November 2021

Contract type

Service contract

Procedure type

Open procedure

Any interested supplier may submit a tender in response to an opportunity notice.

Contract is suitable for SMEs?

Yes

Contract is suitable for VCSEs?

Yes

Description

This project seeks to ensure the long term conservation and enhancement of the freshwater habitats and associated species of the River Ebble.

The outcomes sought for this project are threefold:
• a better understanding of the biodiversity of this wonderful chalk stream - one of only 200 in the world
• a trained volunteer force able to carry out surveys and undertake practical management tasks
• an increased awareness and understanding of the unique qualities of this river by landowners and communities along the valley, local schools and visitors

The contracted consultant will be expected to work closely with the CCCV LP/AONB staff and to act as enabler for this project. It also is important that the good working relationship that the AONB has built up with the landowners and communities in the Chalke Valley is maintained.

In addition to undertaking a number of baseline surveys of the River Ebble, the appointed consultant will provide the specialist advice, support and training for the duration of this project. Please note that the targeted training and support for volunteers is crucial to the success of this project and that in awarding this contract, the community engagement element is weighted slightly higher than the technical expertise to undertake the baseline surveys.

The main areas of activity that the consultant will be responsible for are outlined below. The CCCV LP/AONB staff will deliver other community engagement activities associated with this project.

About the buyer

Contact name

Courtney Borrows

Address

Wiltshire Council
County Hall, Bythesea Road
Trowbridge
BA14 8JN
England

Telephone

+44 1225713282

Email

courtney.borrows@wiltshire.gov.uk

Website

http://www.wiltshire.gov.uk/