Field-based surveys during the overwintering period to establish spatio-temporal distribution of oystercatchers across foraging habitats in the Taw-Torridge Estuary

Description

This contract is for the delivery of field-based surveys during the overwintering period to establish spatio-temporal distribution of oystercatchers across foraging habitats in the Taw-Torridge Estuary. Data gathered will be used to parameterise and/or validate a Bird Food Resource Model. Two 8 hour surveys, each involving two ornithologists, will be conducted per month (over a spring tide and a neap tide) between October 2024 and February 2025 (inclusive) in the Taw-Torridge Estuary, North Devon. Additional information: 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 simon.pengelly@association-ifca.org.uk by 17:00 on 27/09/2024. If you have any clarification questions linked to this opportunity or the procurement process please submit these via email to simon.pengelly@association-ifca.org.uk. Please note that, unless commercially sensitive, both the question and the response will be circulated to all tenderers.