Farm-scale landscape asset decision support framework

Natural England is soliciting a research project to develop a Farm-scale landscape asset decision support framework. The project aims to investigate how farmers perceive and utilize landscape assets in their decision-making processes through a Rapid Evidence Review of existing research and direct engagement via interviews and site visits. The ultimate goal is to create or amend a tool that helps farmers factor in the value of landscape assets to both their farms and society. The work will be performed at various locations across England between December 7, 2026, and March 31, 2027, with final reports delivered via email. The contract will be awarded based on the most advantageous tender, utilizing a weighting of 60% for technical factors and 40% for commercial costs. Technical evaluation focuses heavily on methodology (60%), experience with the farming sector (30%), and key personnel (10%). This is a fixed-price award with a contractor liability cap of 5,000,000 GBP and specific intellectual property rights under Option A. Suppliers must comply with Government Security Classification Policy standards and declare any use of AI in their responses or performance. Payments are processed in pounds via BACS transfer upon the submission of compliant invoices.