Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13cb3-f592-71b0-b380-8d4efb76da1c/phase-1-scoping-and-evidence-gathering-for-nature-south-west-a-cross-regional-p closed GB open procedure Suitable for SMEs # Phase 1 scoping and evidence gathering for Nature South-West; a cross regional partnership for nature recovery [Natural England](https://tendernation.io/buyers/natural-england) Estimated value £5,000 to £12,500 Published 5 May 2023 Deadline Closed 26 May 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 Sparked by the Nature North initiative (North of England cross-regional partnership delivering nature recovery ambitions), there is momentum building to scope what a Nature South West equivalent programme could look like, taking the learning from Nature North and applying a South West lens (unique blend of natural assets, culture and population). Guided by a small existing steering group of key partners and stakeholders, this Phase 1 piece of work would gather evidence and build a business case for Nature South West, capturing emerging, existing and potential Investable Propositions to harness green finance opportunities for nature recovery. This will be a largely desk-based exercise, carrying out a stakeholder analysis and collecting information on existing nature finance projects from across the South West (e.g. via a questionnaire), helping understand the requirements and barriers of buyers, sellers and investors when looking at investing in nature. The chosen contractor will also help the steering group understand the approach and model we should take to developing Nature South West, using Nature North for inspiration and exploring the various functions such a project and partnership could provide. 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 17:00PM on 26/05/2023. 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 will be circulated to all tenderers. Read full description ## CPV classification Environmental protection Source Contracts Finder (UK) [View official notice](https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/notice/3c84c0b9-630d-4326-bc4f-9e6745fdb205) 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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