Attribute Survey in the West of North England Forest District

Description

Forest Research is seeking tenders for the carrying out of an Attribute Survey in the West of North England Forest District, in accordance with the attached Invitation to Tender (ITT).
Attribute survey plots will be established and assessed following the method based on both the Forest Mensuration handbook 2006 and the Forestry Commission Survey Handbook, 3rd edition 2007.
The method will include:
- Plot navigation, numbering and size choice:
   > Circular plots will always be used of the same size
   > Marking plot centres and plot trees.
- Data collection to include:
   > Species
   > Planting year
   > Stocking
   > Top Height
   > Original planting spacing
   > Open ground
   > Map changes
- Data presentation will include:
   > The field form, map and AP will be stapled together and returned.
   > All documentation will be filled in a clear and legible way
   > Grid references will be supplied for all plots
   > All species will be recorded, the use of MC and MB is not permitted unless classified as a very minor component  All calculation will be completed and recorded accurately
   > Remarks pertinent to each plot will be recorded
All paperwork will be returned to Forest Research, Fineshade
Any major map anomalies will be noted.