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GB-LONDON: RBGKEW1349 Succulents SIRA and TEA 2024

ROYAL BOTANIC GARDENS, KEW

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24 Mar 2025 at 16:00

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Summary of the contracting process

The Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew has completed a procurement process titled "GB-LONDON: RBGKEW1349 Succulents SIRA and TEA 2024," classified under the industry category 'Research laboratory services'. This contract, valued at £96,000, involves applying Stable Isotope Ratio Analysis (SIRA) and Trace Element Analysis (TEA) to sample material derived from various succulent plant species. The objective is to characterise the chemical fingerprints of wild succulent plants threatened by illegal trade and determine their geographic origin and provenance. The contract period runs from 2nd December 2024 to 30th April 2025, and the process involved an open procedure, concluding with the award on 21st November 2024. The analysis will take place in London, United Kingdom.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities, particularly for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) specialising in research laboratory services, isotopic analysis, or trace element testing. Businesses looking to expand their expertise in plant analysēs or entering industries related to botanical research and conservation will find this contract highly relevant. Collaborating with high-profile establishments such as Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew and the British Geological Survey can enhance reputation, ensure continuous work, and provide access to advanced research projects and resources.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GB-LONDON: RBGKEW1349 Succulents SIRA and TEA 2024

Notice Description

Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew wishes to appoint a supplier to apply Stable Isotope Ratio Analysis (SIRA) and Trace Element Analysis (TEA) to sample material derived from a range of succulent plant species. Objectives of the analysis include: To characterise the chemical fingerprints of wild succulent plants threatened by illegal trade, and their use in determining the geographic origin and provenance of the plant. Exploring the potential of an isotope marker applied through watering, to help trace cultivated plant specimens within commercial supply chains. Please refer to the tender documents for comprehensive details of this project. Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-0f704cb4-37f6-49d5-806c-7c3f8cd984ed
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/75612e11-bd77-47e8-821b-f6a15b9fa505
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73111000 - Research laboratory services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£96,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£96,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Mar 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
21 Nov 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Nov 20241 years ago
Contract Period
2 Dec 2024 - 30 Apr 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ROYAL BOTANIC GARDENS, KEW
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
RICHMOND
Postcode
TW9 3AE
Post Town
Twickenham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI7 Outer London - West and North West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI75 Hounslow and Richmond upon Thames
Delivery Location
TLI London
Local Authority
Richmond upon Thames
Electoral Ward
Kew
Westminster Constituency
Richmond Park

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BRITISH GEOLOGICAL SURVEY

Further Information

Notice Documents

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