An independent 'mid-term' review of the Hen Harrier Action Plan

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The Hen Harrier Action Plan was published in 2016, and it sets out six complimentary actions to increase hen harrier populations in England. A copy of the Plan is available here: https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/491818/hen-harrier-action-plan-england-2016.pdf Defra is seeking an expert/s to undertake an independent objective 'mid-term' review of the Plan. A review will consider the current effectiveness of the suite of complimentary actions within the Plan, and the extent to which these support the recovery of hen harrier populations. We envisage that the review will assess progress and efficacy across the Plan, and that any findings and recommendations may then inform future policy implementation around hen harrier conservation. Defra would welcome proposals from independent tenderers and consortia for this project. Additional information: Future Opportunity Notice: An independent 'mid-term' review of the Hen Harrier Action Plan The Hen Harrier Action Plan was published in 2016, and it sets out six complimentary actions to increase hen harrier populations in England. A copy of the Plan is available here: https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/491818/hen-harrier-action-plan-england-2016.pdf Defra is seeking an expert/s to undertake an independent objective 'mid-term' review of the Plan. A review will consider the current effectiveness of the suite of complimentary actions within the Plan, and the extent to which these support the recovery of hen harrier populations. We envisage that the review will assess progress and efficacy across the Plan, and that any findings and recommendations may then inform future policy implementation around hen harrier conservation. Defra would welcome proposals from independent tenderers and consortia for this project. Expected Timeline: Tenderers should only bid for the project if they are confident they can deliver in this timeframe. ITT to be published By 28th February 2021 Proposals due By 31St March Project start By 30 April Update reports Throughout project Steering group Throughout project Full report By August 2022 Project end September 2022 Defra would welcome feedback from the market to gauge the level of interest from potential bidders for the project - to express an interest, please email nina.brittain@defra.gov.uk . If you have any concerns relating to resource capabilities, please can you also flag this in your response.