Partnering with Alderman Tom F Spence Charity

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    "description": "Ripon City Council (acting as the sole corporate trustee of the Alderman Tom F Spence Charity) invites tenders from experienced and suitably qualified organisations to manage and maintain Quarry Moor Nature Reserve. \r\n\r\nThe appointed organisation will initially be required to develop a Management and Maintenance Plan for Quarry Moor Nature Reserve. The development of the plan should be done in close collaboration with Natural England to ensure compliance with all relevant environmental regulations, including the requirements for SSSI. \r\nOnce the Management and Maintenance Plan is approved, the organisation will begin implementing the identified maintenance activities and conservation tasks. The following tasks are an example of the core responsibilities and activities that the appointed organisation will be expected to undertake as part of the management and maintenance of Quarry Moor:\r\n\u2022\tMaintain the magnesian limestone grassland by removing scrub\r\n\u2022\tMaintain populations of key species - thistle broomrape, bee orchids, and autumn gentians\r\n\u2022\tKeep the geological exposure clear of vegetation\r\n\u2022\tTake all opportunities to enhance biodiversity by appropriate management. \r\n\u2022\tEnsure compliance with Natural England requirements for SSSI designations.\r\n\r\nThe appointed contractor will be responsible for providing all necessary tools, equipment and resources required for site management and maintenance. \r\nThe initial contract will be for a period of two years, with a break clause after the 12 months, allowing the possibility of review or termination depending on the contractor\u0027s performance or changes in the Charity\u0027s requirements. \r\n\r\nPlease read the instructions and return the following documents:\r\n\u2022\tSigned Tender Response with detailed proposal outlining your approach to the management and maintenance of Quarry Moor;\r\n\u2022\tEvidence of experience managing nature reserves, including SSSIs or similar protected areas and references from two similar projects. This should include the scope of the projects, the outcomes achieved, and your role in their delivery;\r\n\u2022\tCVs of key personnel, demonstrating relevant qualifications and expertise;\r\n\u2022\tSigned financial proposal, including a breakdown of fees and any additional funding strategies;\r\n\u2022\tSigned Certificate of canvassing and non- collusive tendering (see appendix 2).\r\n\r\nAdditional information: The deadline to respond has been extended to Thursday 20th February 2025.",
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