Sussex Wildlife Trust wishes to appoint a consultant to carry out research and development and produce a detailed Activity Plan and Visitor Management Plan for the Discover Rye Harbour Project and work with an in-house team to prepare for the completion of a Second Round funding application to the Heritage Lottery Fund to be submitted in May 2019.

Tendering Process

Sussex Wildlife Trust requires those invited to quote to submit a proposal that considers the project methodology and programme, a fixed price fee plus an estimate of expenses and two references.

The Consultant should be able to demonstrate previous experience of preparing and delivering successful HLF Activity Plans, and experience of working with local groups and communities.

This commission will be funded as part of the development phase of the Discover Rye Harbour Project, prior to the second-round application submission to HLF. For further information about the project please visit our website

Short-listed candidates will be invited to attend a presentation and interview process in Rye on Wednesday 19th December 2019.

Completed tenders will need to reach us by Wednesday 12th December by post or via email:- To receive a copy of the briefing document please email: enquiries@sussexwt.org.uk marking your email “Discover Rye Harbour Tender” or call 01273 492630.