Natural England is testing a proposed process for developing Marine Recovery Action Plans (M-RAPs), and requires a light touch process evaluation (in keeping with the overall scale of the project) at two pilot M-RAP sites. The requirement is in two parts: (1) refining the existing draft evaluation plan and carrying out baseline evidence collection (to be completed by March 2027); and (2) collecting evidence at the project mid-point and conclusion to complete the evaluation, as well as scoping the outcome evaluation (to be completed by March 2028). Progress to Part 2 will be subject to the availability and confirmation of ongoing funding. The two pilot sites are separated geographically (Yorkshire and North Devon/the Severn Estuary), and it is preferred for the successful contractor to have personnel (or use subcontractors) located in both sites

Award criteria: Full details in RFQ

Procurement Act 2023

Below threshold - open competition

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 [email protected] by 12 midday on 16 October 2026. If you have any clarification questions linked to this opportunity or the procurement process please submit these via email to [email protected]. Please note that, unless commercially sensitive, both the question and the response will be circulated to all tenderers.

Bidding documents: https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-23231 Commercial Response Template: https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-23232 RFQ: https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-23246