Tender

WEEE - Research to identify and address gaps in existing WEEE data relevant to the ongoing policy review

DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL

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13 Dec 2021 at 16:32

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process is initiated by the Defra Network eTendering Portal, focusing on a tender titled "WEEE - Research to identify and address gaps in existing WEEE data relevant to the ongoing policy review." This process falls under the services category and is classified under research and development services. It is based in London, United Kingdom. The procurement is currently at the active tender stage, with a deadline for submissions set for 11th January 2022. Relevant details regarding the procurement process include an open procedure method due to the below-threshold nature of the contract, with the contract period commencing on 21st January 2022 and concluding on 29th April 2022.

This tender presents significant business opportunities, especially for SMEs and VCSEs engaged in research and development, data analysis, or related consultancy services. Companies that can gather quantitative evidence, navigate the evolving regulations related to online marketplaces, and enhance compliance with environmental obligations will be particularly well-suited to participate. The increase in online sales, accelerated by recent market trends, creates a pressing need for innovative solutions to manage and report WEEE data, making this a prime opportunity for businesses targeting the sustainability sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

WEEE - Research to identify and address gaps in existing WEEE data relevant to the ongoing policy review

Notice Description

Defra is considering imposing new financial obligations on online marketplaces and fulfilment houses since they play such a significant role in the marketing and supply of equipment - often on behalf of overseas sellers. Significant amounts of equipment are sold via Online Marketplaces and this amount is set to increase, with the coronavirus pandemic further accelerating the trend towards online shopping. This significant growth can be attributed to the fact that leading distributors and retailers have expanded their internet presence in recent years as well as overseas players using the internet to access the UK market, Transactional websites, and the move towards 'omni-channel' services are commonplace. A significant proportion of this equipment will contain batteries and, of course, batteries can also be purchased directly through online marketplaces. Under the WEEE Regulations, a producer is defined as a business who places equipment on the UK market and is either: - manufactured and sold EEE under your own brand in the UK; - resold equipment made by someone else under your own brand (if a company's own brand appears exclusively on the equipment, they are the producer); - imported equipment on a commercial basis to the UK ; - established outside of the UK and supply directly to the UK market by distance selling (for example, online, mail order or by phone). Aim of the research To gather quantitative evidence needed for the Impact Assessment about; 1. New obligation in which online marketplaces take on new "producer obligations" 2. Strengthen retailer/seller/ (internet sellers) obligations (take-back) and re-use 3. New obligation in which producers finance the cost of bulky waste collections currently undertaken by local authorities

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-1b79f5c5-994a-439a-9fcc-ea4d96a9a703
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b942f1ae-d3b4-4379-b8bd-864ebea75ef9
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

73000000 - Research and development services and related 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
13 Dec 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
11 Jan 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
21 Jan 2022 - 29 Apr 2022 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL
Contact Name
Defra
Contact Email
dgcenquiries@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
TLI London
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Further Information

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