Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13d21-cf53-7310-ade5-616c4622deb3/opportunity-to-tender-ecology-regional-framework-lots-england-j-murphy closed GB restricted procedure Suitable for SMEs # Opportunity to Tender - Ecology - Regional Framework Lots (England) - J. Murphy & Sons [Bip Solutions Limited](https://tendernation.io/buyers/bip-solutions-limited) Estimated value £500,000 to £1,000,000 Published 14 Jul 2026 Deadline Closed 21 Jul 2026 ## Who can bid - Buyer says suitable for SMEs The buyer ticked “suitable for SMEs” on the notice. Anyone can still bid. - Sets up a framework Winning a place does not guarantee work: contracts are awarded later as call-offs, and the list usually stays closed for years. [More contracts for small businesses and VCSEs](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/for-small-businesses) ## About this tender - Murphy & Sons invites expressions of interest from experienced civil engineering subcontractors for inclusion on a framework of regional lots across England, supporting major infrastructure programmes. The framework will provide call off opportunities aligned to regional delivery teams and project locations. Project Portfolio Includes: ### Network Rail CP7 TransPennine Route Upgrade (TRU) ### Peel Ports Other rail and infrastructure projects across England Scope of Services: The framework will cover the provision of ecology and environmental services, including: ### Ecological Surveys & Assessments ### Preliminary Ecological Appraisals (PEA) ### Habitat surveys and classification (e.g. UKHab) Protected species surveys (e.g. bats, great crested newts, badgers, reptiles, birds) ### Ecological Impact Assessments (EcIA) Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) assessments and reporting ### Licensed & Specialist Ecology Works ### Delivery of works requiring protected species licences Services undertaken by appropriately licensed ecologists in accordance with CIEEM guidance Preparation and submission of licence applications (e.g. Natural England mitigation licences) Supervision of works under licence conditions, including method statements and compliance reporting ### Vegetation Clearance & Ecological Support Ecological supervision of vegetation clearance and site works (e.g. Ecological Clerk of Works - ECoW) Toolbox talks and site briefings to ensure compliance with environmental requirements Sensitive clearance works in accordance with ecological constraints ### Monitoring & Mitigation Implementation of ecological mitigation and compensation measures ### Species and habitat monitoring programmes Installation and monitoring of ecological features (e.g. bat boxes, fencing, habitat creation) Post construction monitoring and reporting ### Environmental Compliance & Advice Advice to ensure compliance with wildlife legislation and planning conditions Support for environmental permitting and stakeholder engagement Input into construction planning to manage ecological risks ### Data Management & Reporting ### Collection, analysis and interpretation of ecological data Preparation of technical reports, licence documentation and compliance records Delivery of outputs aligned to planning authority and regulatory requirements How to Apply: Suppliers must express interest through CompeteFor to receive further tender information, including lot structure and next steps. Read full description ## CPV classification Civil engineering support services Source Contracts Finder (UK) [View official notice](https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/notice/c496e61d-51e0-4a38-8513-cf8904a95e21) 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. [Track tenders free](https://tendernation.io/register) [Buyer profile Bip Solutions Limited: past awards and live tenders](https://tendernation.io/buyers/bip-solutions-limited) [Sector More Architecture, engineering & surveying tenders](https://tendernation.io/sectors/architecture-engineering-surveying) ## More tenders like this [Architectural, design and building consultancy services - Dalby Visitor Centre · Forestry Commission · 25 days left · 13 Nov 2026](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a15552-1b8a-7041-80fb-e4943876fc38/architectural-design-and-building-consultancy-services-dalby-visitor-centre) [Asbestos Management Framework · Home Group · 25 days left · 13 Nov 2026](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a15476-5fff-736e-ae2e-0c8a400c7297/asbestos-management-framework) [Infrastructure works consultancy services – Contrôle extérieur des chaussées · Collectivité européenne d Alsace · 29 days left · 17 Nov 2026](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a15183-1730-733b-8247-a32bbbe2211c/france-infrastructure-works-consultancy-services-controle-exterieur-des-chau) [Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services – Būvprojekta izstrāde un autoruzraudzība fasādes siltināšanai kārtās Dzirciema ielā 16, Rīgā – 1.kārta, C korpuss · Rīgas Stradiņa universitāte · 28 days left · 16 Nov 2026](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a15183-3915-73d1-83e6-c378f9f7a926/latvia-architectural-construction-engineering-and-inspection-services-buvp) [Technical assistance services – Suivi et gestion de chantiers de réhabilitation de sites pollués · SPAQuE · 15 days left · 3 Nov 2026](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a15183-155e-73c2-a593-9e17375422ac/belgium-technical-assistance-services-suivi-et-gestion-de-chantiers-de-rehab) [Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services – Single Party Framework Agreement for Architect Led Integrated Design Team Services for Fire Safety Remediation Works for Dublin City Council · Dublin City Council · 4 days left · 23 Oct 2026](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a15183-0a15-7156-849b-5a223dd6d615/ireland-architectural-construction-engineering-and-inspection-services-sin)