National Trust-MEE-Midlands Nature Funder Landscape Research, Governance Recommendations

Tender summary

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. Additional information: This opportunity is being conducted on the Proactis Plaza portal. https://supplierlive.proactisp2p.com/ Click on the "Opportunities" button and filter on Customer name - The National Trust All communication is to be carried out via the Proactis portal. Participating Suppliers will bear their own costs, and seek appropriate advice, for the preparation of their response.

What to check before bidding

• Issued by THE NATIONAL TRUST FOR PLACES OF HISTORIC INTEREST OR NATURAL BEAUTY.
• Located in United Kingdom.
• Source notice bee6d8d3-f6d6-4c13-bd46-cc0eb5b06edc-902147 on uk.
• Notice published 15 Jun 2026; Tenqual indexed it 16 Jun 2026.
• Deadline listed as 14 Jul 2026.
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