Severn Trent Water has gone out to tender on behalf of itself and sister company Hafren Dyfrdwy Cyfyngedig with am AMP8 contract for a wide range of ecological surveys with an estimated value of £40 million including VAT.
The Suppliers must be able to undertake all types of Ecological Surveys for a wide range of wildlife, habitats, vegetation and support work, including:
- Preliminary Ecological Assessments
- Use of HERT Tool
- Production of reinstatement plan
- Production of Biodiversity net gain plan for planning
- EIA documents
- UKHab Assessments
- EcIA Assent and HRA
- Wildlife surveys – including Great Crested Newt, Bat, Badger, Reptile, Otter, Water Vole, White Clawed Crayfish, Breeding Bird, Wintering Bird and Nesting Bird, Fish
- Water Framework Directive Assessments
- Ecological Supervision of Vegetation Clearance
- Production of Biodiversity Enhancement Plans
- Production of Ecological Protection Plans
- Obtaining Protected Species License Applications
- Detailed NVC/ FCT vegetation surveys
- INNS Surveys
- Landscape and Ecological Management Plan
Current estimated start and end contract dates are 1 April 2027 to 1 April 2030 with further possible extension options up to 1 April 2037
Work under the framework will be allocated based on supplier availability, geographical location, performance, and-where required-competitive quotations.
Where quotes are required, award will be based primarily on price, supported by availability, location, and past performance, and subject to higher‑value project requirements.
Deadline for submission of enquiries about the tender is 12:00pm on 12 November 2026, and tender submission deadline is 12:00pm on 20 November 2026. Estimated award decision date is currently 1 March 2027.
Interested suppliers will be required to complete a Pre-Qualification Questionnaire (PQQ) to demonstrate capability, experience, and compliance with minimum requirements.
A shortlist of successful suppliers will be invited to the next stage - Request for Proposal (RFP). Shortlisted suppliers will receive the full scope, pricing schedule, and evaluation criteria.
Suppliers will be invited to submit detailed proposals including technical approach and pricing
Following initial evaluation, Severn Trent may enter into negotiations with suppliers to clarify proposals, refine technical solutions, and address any outstanding questions.
At the final tender stage suppliers will be asked to submit a best and final offer (BAFO) incorporating any negotiated refinements.
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