Tender

Measuring and Valuing the Ecosystem Contribution to Water Purification Services

DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL

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Tender

04 Nov 2020 at 13:31

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process revolves around a tender titled "Measuring and Valuing the Ecosystem Contribution to Water Purification Services," initiated by the Defra Network eTendering Portal located in London, England. This tender falls under the research and development consultancy services category, published on 4th November 2020, and is currently in the active tender stage. Interested parties have until 12:00 PM on 7th December 2020 to submit their proposals. The contract period is set to commence on 4th January 2021 and conclude by 31st March 2021, with the procurement method classified as an open procedure (below threshold).

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in environmental consultancy, research and development, and ecological services to expand their portfolios. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly well-suited to compete, as the procurement documentation indicates a focus on inclusivity. By engaging in this tender, businesses can contribute to vital water quality improvement efforts within the UK, potentially leading to future contracts and collaborations within the public sector.

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Notice Title

Measuring and Valuing the Ecosystem Contribution to Water Purification Services

Notice Description

The aim of this research is to devise a transparent and repeatable method for, and provide preliminary testing of, the preferred valuation method for the contribution of different ecosystems to the improvement of water quality in the UK. Additional information: Please note that Defra procurement uses an E-tendering system for Procurement activities. This is currently provided by Bravo Solutions. To access appropriate tendering and contractual documents, please access the E-Tendering portal at https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk, ensuring that your registration includes "Defra". If you have any problems with this system, please contact Bravo on their telephone helpline number 0800 368 4850 or by emailing them at help@bravosolution.co.uk.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/af02ff20-78e4-4a8e-a61f-e7b35816a264
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Nov 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
7 Dec 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
4 Jan 2021 - 31 Mar 2021 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 3JR
Post Town
South West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Further Information

Notice Documents

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