Opportunity to Tender - Ecology - Regional Framework Lots (England) - J. Murphy & Sons

• J.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.