Wintering Hen Harrier Survey of the Humber Estuary Special Protection Area (SPA), Yorkshire/ Lincolnshire.

Natural England would like a wintering hen harrier survey to be undertaken on the Humber Estuary during the wintering months (November 2022 - March 2023). It will follow the methodology outlined in Bird Monitoring Methods: A Manual of Techniques for Key UK Species (Gilbert et al. 1998) for winter Hen harrier surveys. Natural England have identified the following SSSI units on The Humber Estuary SSSI that will need to be surveyed 76-79; 81-83; 98-105; 150-162; 166-169. A final report in March 2023 will be produced on the findings of the survey results to Natural England. Further details on the methodology requirements are included within the RFQ.

Additional information: To apply please respond to the attached Invitation to Quote and email your response to emily.paterson@naturalengland.gov.uk. Tenders to be received no later than 12:00 on 4th November 2022 GMT. If you have any further questions please email emily.paterson@naturalengland.gov.uk all enquires by 17:00 the 28th October 2022 BST.