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Review of the code of practice for the sustainable use of soils on construction

DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL

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04 Mar 2022 at 16:24

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves a tender titled "Review of the code of practice for the sustainable use of soils on construction," initiated by the Defra Network eTendering Portal based in London, England. This contract falls under the agricultural and related products category and has a total value of £57,017. The procurement was conducted using an open procedure and is currently in the Award stage following its completion. Key dates include the tender period ending on 19 October 2021 and the contract period spanning from 3 December 2021 to 31 July 2022.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in environmental management and sustainable construction practices. Companies proficient in soil management, environmental consulting, or those providing innovative solutions for construction site soil preservation would find this contract particularly fitting. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to compete, especially those with expertise in legislative compliance and sustainable practices, as the contract aims to enhance soil health in light of current environmental initiatives.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Review of the code of practice for the sustainable use of soils on construction

Notice Description

Healthy soil underpins a range of environmental, economic and societal benefits, including biodiversity, carbon storage and flood mitigation. However, soil degradation, caused by poor soil management or inappropriate land use, can reduce the ability of soil to perform these vital functions. Soil degradation in England and Wales costs between PS0.9bn and PS1.4bn a year, 39% of which is due to compaction and 12% erosion1. Soil health in the urban environment can be significantly impacted by activities associated with construction. For example, soil loss or sealing (e.g. by tarmac, concrete, stone), compaction and contamination which can all prevent soil and its inherent ecosystems from functioning. There are linkages between the resultant poor functioning of green infrastructure and public health. Poor urban soil health can be addressed through better use and management of existing soil and soil affected by new developments. Soils from construction sites form a large component of landfills, with the disposal of over 29 million tonnes in 2018 in the UK (58% of the tonnage received1). The 25 Year Environment Plan (25YEP) sets out the Government's commitment to have all soils sustainably managed by 2030. It also sets out Government's ambitions to reduce pollution, manage exposure to chemicals, ensuring clean and plentiful water, reducing the risks of harm from environmental hazards, improving health and well-being, and mitigating and adapting to climate change. The Construction Code of Practice for the Sustainable Use of Soils on Construction Sites (the Soil Construction Code), published in 2009, was the first official guidance related to good soil management during construction projects in order to protect the finite soil resource. A commitment was made to review the Soil Construction Code in 2012, but the Code has not been updated since its publication. The code outlines the adverse effects construction has on soil health and risks to the soil resource, including: - Covering soil with impermeable materials, preventing drainage and damaging soil structure; - Compacting soil using heavy machinery and storage of construction materials; - Reducing soil quality, for example by mixing top soil and subsoil; - Loss of soil resources It also provides an overview of other relevant legislation and guidance available at that time but does not reflect recent updates and changes in policy that have been implemented since its publication. A review is necessary to ensure these are fully considered and that the aims of the 25 Year Environment Plan are reflected. Additionally, in the last 12 months there have been several soil related initiatives developed by the private sector that impact the construction industry which may also need to be reflected within the code such as: - Use of digital platforms to share key information. This has been particularly effective in the CL:AIRE Definition of Waste Code of Practice (DoWCoP) online registration system; - Regional

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-0f9ad8d1-5bdf-4e35-8b48-4be79303fa66
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4fc51dc5-4c00-4ed0-bf92-1a7edb4d7def
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

03 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products

CPV Codes

03000000 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£57,017 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£57,017 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Mar 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
19 Oct 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
3 Dec 20214 years ago
Contract Period
3 Dec 2021 - 31 Jul 2022 6-12 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
DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
dgc@defra.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CL:AIRE

Further Information

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