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Development and performance testing of a multi PFAS method for drinking water

DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL

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09 Nov 2021 at 16:57

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15 Oct 2021 at 13:47

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "Development and performance testing of a multi PFAS method for drinking water" was initiated by the Defra Network eTendering Portal located in London, England. The contract falls under the research services category and has a total value of £69,016. The open procurement method was employed for this project, which is currently in the award stage. The contract period is from 22nd December 2020 to 22nd December 2021, and it originally closed for tender submissions on 20th November 2020.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in environmental research and development, particularly those with expertise in water quality and PFAS testing methodologies. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate in such tenders, given their suitability status. Engaging in this contract can bolster the capabilities of businesses in the water treatment field, allowing them to contribute to crucial public health initiatives.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Development and performance testing of a multi PFAS method for drinking water

Notice Description

This proposed project will review existing methodologies for PFAS in drinking water, develop a multi PFAS method to include all the compounds listed in Annex III of the Directive (Annex 2 below). The method should be performance tested and reported in a format suitable for adoption as a blue book3 method. 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

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-34ea932a-6b95-4f4c-8288-50e34bec6e89
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e6191d3c-2100-4390-a1cf-f5e62d41fb26
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, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73110000 - Research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£69,016 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£69,016 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Nov 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
20 Nov 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 Dec 20205 years ago
Contract Period
22 Dec 2020 - 22 Dec 2021 1-2 years
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
dgcenquires@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

UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM

Further Information

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