Forest Research Field Data Collection Services DPS

A Tender Notice
by FOREST RESEARCH

Source
Find a Tender
Type
Framework (Services)
Duration
5 year
Value
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Sector
ENVIRONMENT
Published
21 Feb 2025
Delivery
To 02 Mar 2030 (est.)
Deadline
28 Mar 2025 12:00

Concepts

Location

Eastern Scotland

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1 buyer

Description

This Dynamic Purchasing System is to establish a pool of qualified suppliers to provide field data collection services. We invite you to register if you can cover any aspects of field data collection as follows: -Survey work such as National Forest Inventory (NFI) and Trees Outside of Woodlands (TOW) -The installation of surveying/monitoring equipment for our National Capital Ecosystem Assessment (NCEA) work -Suppliers who can help with our Forest Mensuration and Production surveys (such as U18), Forest Attribute Surveys to update GIS information, collection of data from experimental sites. If you are specifically interested in the surveying work, successful suppliers will be required to undertake surveys such as but not limited to the following examples: Woodland surveys, Forest production and Forest attribute surveys, Storm and Windblown damage survey. We are particularly interested in suppliers who have experience using GIS technology, handheld GPS devices, field survey techniques. We would like to also have the option to explore the use of future ancillary technologies such as Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (UAS) and terrestrial based LiDAR. We do not expect all suppliers to be able to provide all services, not all of these skills will be required for each mini-competition. Scope of Work: The field data collection services may involve the following: •GIS Mapping & Data Collection using GIS tools to collect, record, and submit spatial data. •Tree Species Identification: Identifying trees in the field, with a particular emphasis on those highlighted in red on the NFI tree species list. •Woodland Surveying & Field Techniques: Conducting surveys in woodland environments, utilizing GPS, Silva compass, and other field survey equipment. •National Vegetation Classification (NVC) & Habitat Classification: Assessing and classifying habitats using the Broad Habitat classification system and identifying Priority Habitats. •Stakeholder Engagement & Access Permissions: Engaging with landowners and the public to explain survey objectives and where necessary, seeking access permissions for data collection. •Independent Working & Safety: Lone working in remote and urban environments, ensuring adherence to health & safety protocols. •Data Submission & Reporting: Accurately recording, processing, and submitting collected data using Microsoft Office applications (Excel & Word) and any relevant data systems.

Lot Division

1 East Scotland

This Dynamic Purchasing System is to establish a pool of qualified suppliers to provide field data collection services. We invite you to register if you can cover any aspects of field data collection in East Scotland as follows: … We are particularly interested in suppliers who have experience using GIS technology, handheld GPS devices, field survey techniques. We would like to also have the option to explore the use of future ancillary technologies such as Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (UAS) and terrestrial based LiDAR. We do not expect all suppliers to be able to provide all services, not all of these skills will be required for each mini-competition. Additional information: To respond to this opportunity please click here: https://forestryengland.delta-esourcing.com/respond/S338874VR8
2 North East Scotland

This Dynamic Purchasing System is to establish a pool of qualified suppliers to provide field data collection services. We invite you to register if you can cover any aspects of field data collection in North East Scotland as follows:
3 North Scotland

This Dynamic Purchasing System is to establish a pool of qualified suppliers to provide field data collection services. We invite you to register if you can cover any aspects of field data collection in North Scotland as follows:
4 South Scotland

This Dynamic Purchasing System is to establish a pool of qualified suppliers to provide field data collection services. We invite you to register if you can cover any aspects of field data collection in South Scotland as follows:
5 West Scotland

This Dynamic Purchasing System is to establish a pool of qualified suppliers to provide field data collection services. We invite you to register if you can cover any aspects of field data collection in West Scotland as follows:
6 East Midlands

This Dynamic Purchasing System is to establish a pool of qualified suppliers to provide field data collection services. We invite you to register if you can cover any aspects of field data collection in East Midlands as follows:
7 Eastern England

This Dynamic Purchasing System is to establish a pool of qualified suppliers to provide field data collection services. We invite you to register if you can cover any aspects of field data collection in Eastern England as follows:
8 North East England

This Dynamic Purchasing System is to establish a pool of qualified suppliers to provide field data collection services. We invite you to register if you can cover any aspects of field data collection in North East England as follows:
9 North West England

This Dynamic Purchasing System is to establish a pool of qualified suppliers to provide field data collection services. We invite you to register if you can cover any aspects of field data collection in North West England as follows:
10 South East & London

This Dynamic Purchasing System is to establish a pool of qualified suppliers to provide field data collection services. We invite you to register if you can cover any aspects of field data collection in South East & London as follows:
11 South West England

This Dynamic Purchasing System is to establish a pool of qualified suppliers to provide field data collection services. We invite you to register if you can cover any aspects of field data collection in South West England as follows:
12 West Midlands

This Dynamic Purchasing System is to establish a pool of qualified suppliers to provide field data collection services. We invite you to register if you can cover any aspects of field data collection in West Midlands as follows: … We are particularly interested in suppliers who have experience using GIS technology, handheld GPS devices, field survey techniques. We would like to also have the option to explore the use of future ancillary technologies such as Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (UAS) and terrestrial based LiDAR. We do not expect all suppliers to be able to provide all services, not all of these skills will be required for every mini-competitions.
13 Yorkshire & Humberside

This Dynamic Purchasing System is to establish a pool of qualified suppliers to provide field data collection services. We invite you to register if you can cover any aspects of field data collection in Yorkshire & Humberside as follows: … We are particularly interested in suppliers who have experience using GIS technology, handheld GPS devices, field survey techniques. We would like to also have the option to explore the use of future ancillary technologies such as Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (UAS) and terrestrial based LiDAR. We do not expect all suppliers to be able to provide all services, not all of these skills will be required for every mini-competitions.
14 Wales

This Dynamic Purchasing System is to establish a pool of qualified suppliers to provide field data collection services. We invite you to register if you can cover any aspects of field data collection in Wales as follows: … We are particularly interested in suppliers who have experience using GIS technology, handheld GPS devices, field survey techniques. We would like to also have the option to explore the use of future ancillary technologies such as Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (UAS) and terrestrial based LiDAR. We do not expect all suppliers to be able to provide all services, not all of these skills will be required for every mini-competitions.

CPV Codes

  • 77200000 - Forestry services

Indicators

  • This is a one-off contract (no recurrence)
  • Renewals are not available.
  • Professional qualifications are sought.

Other Information

** PREVIEW NOTICE, please check Find a Tender for full details. ** The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Delta eSourcing portal at: https://forestryengland.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Bristol:-Forestry-serv... To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://forestryengland.delta-esourcing.com/respond/S338874VR8 GO Reference: GO-2025221-PRO-29524165

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