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Forest Surveys Framework 2026 - 2030

Tender Overview

LOCATION

Wales, United Kingdom

VALUE

£1,200,000

DEADLINE

February 17, 2026 at 13:00

CATEGORY

Other

CPV CODE

77200000

REFERENCE

001818-2026

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Original Tender Description

Natural Resources Wales is seeking to award a framework agreement for the provision of Forest Surveys across Wales. Natural Resources Wales (NRW) owns and manages approximately 135,000 hectares of land in Wales, ranging from national nature reserves to commercial forests and flood assets. The purpose of the requirement is to provide a range of forest surveys throughout the year. The need for accurate data is essential. We require metrics for evidence (e.g. Audit and certification) and for timber sale purposes. The accuracy of the data collected and confidence in the method used (following UK standards) is key for the downstream use of these metrics, e.g. for sale, valuation or audit purposes. Further information in relation to the requirement is detailed within the Tender documentation.
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MANDATORY EXCLUSION GROUNDS

  • No specific mandatory exclusion grounds are detailed in the provided information.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

  • Must be capable of providing Forest Surveys across Wales.
  • Must be able to commit to a contract duration of 24 months.
  • Must be able to operate within a multi-lot framework agreement structure.
  • Must be capable of delivering services for an estimated contract value of up to 1,200,000 EUR (or £1.2M).
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TECHNICAL CAPABILITY REQUIREMENTS

  • Must be able to provide a range of forest surveys throughout the year.
  • Must ensure the provision of accurate data from forest surveys.
  • Must be able to provide metrics suitable for evidence (e.g., Audit and certification).
  • Must be able to provide metrics suitable for timber sale purposes.
  • Must demonstrate confidence in the methods used for data collection.
  • Must ensure survey methods follow UK standards.
  • Must be capable of conducting crop surveys.
  • Must be capable of conducting tree planting density surveys.
  • Must be able to operate across various geographical areas within Wales, covering NRW's 135,000 hectares of land.
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FINANCIAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Must be able to deliver services within the estimated contract value of 1,200,000 EUR (or £1.2M).
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SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS

  • Must submit the bid by the deadline: 2026-02-17 13:00:00.
  • Must respond to an Open procurement type.
  • Must refer to the full Tender documentation for further detailed requirements and information.

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Summary:
Natural Resources Wales is establishing a multi-lot framework agreement for forest survey services across Wales, covering crop surveys and tree planting density surveys in various geographical areas, with an estimated total value of £1M-£1.2M.

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59
Fair

Tender Quality Score

This tender presents a clear service description but suffers from significant deficiencies in evaluation criteria, e-submission, and sustainability integration. While basic information is present, critical transparency and accessibility issues need addressing.

Score Breakdown

Legal Compliance65/100

The tender correctly defines the procedure type and CPV code, and no disputes are reported. However, the absence of a reveal date, the lack of explicit mandatory exclusion grounds in the summary, and critically, the missing evaluation criteria, represent significant transparency and legal compliance concerns.

Missing reveal date
No specific mandatory exclusion grounds detailed in the provided information
Clarity60/100

The description of the service requirement and the AI-extracted technical requirements are generally clear and understandable. However, the explicit absence of specified evaluation criteria significantly hinders the overall clarity for potential bidders, making it difficult to understand how proposals will be assessed.

No evaluation criteria specified
Completeness55/100

Basic information such as title, organization, reference, value, duration, and deadlines are present, along with location details. However, the critical absence of evaluation criteria makes the tender incomplete. Furthermore, the indication that only one of four tender documents has a content summary suggests that not all necessary documentation is fully processed or available in this overview.

No evaluation criteria specified
Only 1 of 4 tender documents has content/summaries
Fairness50/100

The estimated value is disclosed, and the requirements do not appear tailored to a specific company, suggesting a broad market approach. However, the lack of specified evaluation criteria severely compromises fairness, as bidders cannot understand the basis of award. The absence of e-submission also creates an unnecessary barrier to equal access, and the potential for incomplete document access is a concern.

No evaluation criteria specified
No e-submission
Practicality60/100

The contract start date and duration are clearly specified. However, the lack of electronic submission is a significant practical drawback in modern procurement, potentially increasing administrative burden for bidders and reducing efficiency. While documents are available, the absence of e-submission indicates a less practical process.

No e-submission
Data Consistency85/100

Most key fields are populated, and dates are logical and consistent, with no reported disputes or suspensions. Minor inconsistencies, such as the 'Liable Person' field being empty and 'Code: N/A' for procedure type, are present but do not critically undermine overall data consistency.

"Liable Person" field is empty
"Code: N/A" for Type and Procedure
Sustainability20/100

The tender does not explicitly incorporate any green procurement, social aspects, or innovation focus. For a framework agreement related to natural resources (forestry), this represents a significant missed opportunity to promote sustainable practices and broader societal benefits.

Not green procurement
No social criteria

Strengths

Clear description of the service requirement and scope
Estimated value, duration, and contract start date are specified
CPV code and NUTS code are correctly assigned
Framework agreement structure (multi-lot) allows for broader participation
Requirements for data accuracy and adherence to UK standards are clearly stated

Concerns

Absence of specified evaluation criteria
Lack of electronic submission (e-submission)
No explicit mention of mandatory exclusion grounds in the provided summary
Limited information on sustainability, social, or innovation aspects
Only one of four tender documents has a content summary, raising concerns about full document access

Recommendations

1. Clearly define and publish detailed evaluation criteria to ensure transparency and fairness for all bidders.
2. Implement an e-submission platform to enhance accessibility, streamline the bidding process, and improve practicality.
3. Integrate sustainability, social, and innovation criteria into the tender requirements, especially given the nature of forestry services.

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59/ 100 · Fair

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