RSPB Ynis-hir, Covert Coch Peatland Sluice Design

What this is

RSPB seeks an external consultant with peatland restoration background to design a solution for removing and bundling two failing historical drainage sluices at Covert Coch, part of RSPB Ynys-hir on the Dyfi Estuary. The consultant will co-design a nature-based solution, prepare costings, and draft tender documents for future implementation.

Key points

• Deadline for tender submission: 31 August 2026 at 17:00 via Sell2Wales Postbox
• Consultant must have background in peatland restoration; will co-design with RSPB technical team
• Scope includes data review, gap surveys, expert workshops, design proposal, stakeholder review, costings, and draft tender documents
• Location: Covert Coch, RSPB Ynys-hir, Dyfi Estuary, South West Wales
• Estimated award date: 7 September 2026
• Electronic submission required; allow adequate upload time before deadline

Who can bid

Consultant with background in peatland restoration; no formal minimum standards or qualifications specified in section 3.1

Money

No budget or estimated value stated in the notice.

How to submit

Electronic submission via Sell2Wales Postbox facility (https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales). Completed documents must be returned to RSPB Lake Vyrnwy Office, Peatland Restoration, SY10 0LZ, attention Mike Perks (Mike.Perks@RSPB.org.uk, +44 1691870278). Deadline: 31 August 2026, 17:00.

Classification

CPV 77000000 — Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services WalesSouth West Wales (Carmarthenshire, Pembrokeshire, Ceredigion)