Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13ceb-c961-718e-a41f-0692b27069ed/a-literature-review-investigating-the-decline-in-mussel-mytilus-edulis-bed-hab closed GB open procedure Suitable for SMEs # A literature review investigating the decline in mussel (Mytilus edulis) bed habitat in the Wash and across Europe and the Northeast Atlantic and restoration methods [Natural England](https://tendernation.io/buyers/natural-england) Estimated value £1 to £12,500 Published 6 Nov 2024 Deadline Closed 29 Nov 2024 ## Who can bid - Buyer says suitable for SMEs The buyer ticked “suitable for SMEs” on the notice. Anyone can still bid. - 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 A literature review investigating the decline in mussel (Mytilus edulis) bed habitat in the Wash and across Europe and the Northeast Atlantic and restoration methods. The work should include a full review of both grey and academic literature to address the following: An brief overview of blue mussel (Mytilus edulis) as a species and a habitat, and the importance of habitat networks An overview of the historic distribution of blue mussel across broad areas (e.g. mainland Europe, Northeast Atlantic, UK) An overview of the historic distribution of blue mussel in the Wash and North Norfolk Coast An overview of possible causes of historical decline across broad areas (e.g. mainland Europe, Northeast Atlantic, UK) An overview of possible causes of current decline across broad areas (e.g. mainland Europe, Northeast Atlantic, UK) An overview of restoration projects (including restoration of existing and new populations) in the Northern Hemisphere, evaluating successful and unsuccessful projects and specific methodologies An overview of the restoration potential in the Wash and North Norfolk Coast; An overview of how The Wash and North Norfolk Coast could be impacted by climate change and other potential threats to restoration efforts in future Recommendations for future surveys and/or studies to fill any identified evidence gaps 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 17:30 on 29/11/2024. 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 Marine research services Source Contracts Finder (UK) [View official notice](https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/notice/9cd1ee21-8e05-4eb3-8bb5-75caac2066e1) 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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