LONDON, June 15 -- The Government of UK issued details related to the following business opportunity:

Contracting Authority: THE NATIONAL TRUST FOR PLACES OF HISTORIC INTEREST OR NATURAL BEAUTY

Industry: Financial consultancy services and Research and development services and related consultancy services and Market research services

Description: The National Trust is commissioning a one-off consultancy to deliver Midlands Nature Funder Landscape Research, Governance Recommendations and Resources. The work will help Midlands Nature understand the current and future nature finance landscape across the Midlands, including demand for nature finance products, relevant policy and regulatory drivers, and implications of devolution and local authority reorganisation. It will also develop recommendations on governance and operating models, sector readiness for investment, engagement with investors and policymakers, and practical tools and frameworks to support investable nature projects. The commission will be delivered as a coherent phased programme across market and policy research, strategy and governance recommendations, and tools/frameworks application. The contract is anticipated to start on 3 August 2026, with Phase 1 outputs due by 31 October 2026 and Phases 2 and 3 due by 31 January 2027. The work covers the Midlands region of England and depends on effective engagement with Midlands Nature partners, policymakers, investors and the Community of Practice.

Closing date: 2026-07-14T16:00:00+01:00

Contract duration: 2026-08-03T00:00:00+01:00 to 2027-01-31T00:00:00Z

Value of contract: GBP50000

Location of contract: England

About the buyer: Vicky Bray; vicky.bray@nationaltrust.org.uk; HEELIS; SWINDON; SN22NA; England; 07770324545

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