Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13cac-c93a-72ad-8b1e-c9a1e69f2063/subtidal-sabellaria-spinulosa-surveys-in-the-wash-and-north-norfolk-coast-sac closed GB open procedure Suitable for SMEs # Subtidal Sabellaria spinulosa surveys in The Wash and North Norfolk Coast SAC & Inner Dowsing, Race Bank and North Ridge SAC [Natural England](https://tendernation.io/buyers/natural-england) Estimated value £30,000 to £37,500 Published 13 Jul 2023 Deadline Closed 4 Aug 2023 ## Who can bid - Buyer says suitable for SMEs The buyer ticked “suitable for SMEs” on the notice. Anyone can still bid. - Buyer says suitable for VCSEs The buyer ticked “suitable for voluntary, community and social enterprises” on the notice. - Small contract value Valued under £135,018 including VAT, the lowest Procurement Act threshold for goods and services. - Open procedure Anyone can submit a full tender; there is no shortlisting stage. [More contracts for small businesses and VCSEs](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/for-small-businesses) ## About this tender The overall aim of this project is to identify and report on the extent, distribution, and quality of S. spinulosa biogenic reefs within Lynn Knock West. The results of this work will contribute to Natural England's overarching monitoring plan for S. spinulosa biogenic reef in WNNC and IDRBNR SACs, inform statutory advice on marine protected areas (MPAs), and assist in the assessment of site condition. Working in collaboration with Natural England, the specific objectives of this contract are to undertake: - A comprehensive acoustic survey of the area via side scan sonar (SSS), followed by analysis to identify suitable ground-truthing stations for further analysis. - Ground-truthing surveys via drop-down video (DDV) and/or the collection of grab samples. - Analysis of ground-truthing data to complete an assessment of reefiness. - Processing of acoustic data to determine reef extent and distribution. - Comprehensive reporting and provision of outputs. Please note that the contract value limits for this opportunity are exclusive of VAT. Additional information: To apply for this opportunity you must submit your quotation meeting the requirements detailed in the Request for Quotation (RFQ) attached. Your response must be sent to by 17:00 on 04/08/23. Please ensure that you include in your response. If you have any clarification questions linked to this opportunity or the procurement process please submit these via email to . Please note that, unless commercially sensitive, both the question and the response may be circulated to all tenderers. Please note that the contract value limits for this opportunity are exclusive of VAT. The deadline for this publication has been extended. Read full description ## CPV classification Marine research services Source Contracts Finder (UK) [View official notice](https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/notice/0f5ad67b-52c5-47e7-b762-75209e52034f) Never miss a tender like this again Get AI summaries, deadline alerts and a bid pipeline for tenders matched to your business. Free to start. 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