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Modelling of Ambient Air Quality (MAAQ)

DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Modelling of Ambient Air Quality (MAAQ)" contract is led by the Defra Network eTendering Portal, located in London, England. This contract falls under the air quality management industry and has an estimated value of £3,630,003, with a minimum value of £2,355,286.61. The procurement method used is a direct approach via a single tender action, occurring below the threshold. The contract period commenced on 21st May 2021 and extends until 31st March 2024. While the tender period has concluded, the award was confirmed on 21st May 2021, with relevant documents available through the E-tendering portal operated by Bravo Solutions.

This tender presents significant opportunities for business growth, particularly for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) with expertise in air quality modelling and environmental assessment. Businesses that can offer innovative solutions for mapping and assessing air pollutant concentrations in the UK may find this contract advantageous. Suppliers capable of supporting policy initiatives related to air quality standards and compliance are likely to excel in this procurement process, contributing to both their growth and public health outcomes.

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Notice Title

Modelling of Ambient Air Quality (MAAQ)

Notice Description

A contract to develop and apply air quality models and other methods of assessment to: * Map ambient air pollutant concentrations across the UK for 13 pollutants; * Carry out an annual assessment of compliance with air quality limit values and target values for reporting; * Support the investigation and development of policy initiatives. 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
ocds-b5fd17-3379eb40-c6ec-4753-85f7-19cedfd145a3
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3b582dcf-f715-4d2d-9ae7-9ecc1937df2d
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

90731100 - Air quality management

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£3,630,003 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£3,630,003 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 May 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
12 Apr 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 May 20214 years ago
Contract Period
20 May 2021 - 31 Mar 2024 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
network.procurement@defra.gov.uk
Contact Phone
00

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

RICARDO-AEA

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