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Environment Agency - SCCPs & MCCP's in fairy/ string light cables

Defra Network eTendering Portal

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15 Oct 2021 at 08:24

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Summary of the contracting process

The Defra Network eTendering Portal is currently involved in the contracting process for a project titled "Environment Agency - SCCPs & MCCP's in fairy/ string light cables," which falls under the industry category of research laboratory services. This contract focuses on analyzing plastic cables used in fairy/string lighting for the presence of short-chain and medium-chain chlorinated paraffins. The procurement method employed is a direct tender under a single tender action, which was initiated on 30th September 2021. The contract period extends until 31st December 2021, and the project aims to ensure compliance with environmental regulations. The official award of the contract occurred on 30th September 2021, with a total contract value of £15,000.

This tender presents an opportunity for small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in research laboratory services and environmental analysis to grow their business. Companies with expertise in monitoring hazardous substances and compliance analysis in line with EU regulations would particularly benefit from this contract. Engaging in such contract work not only enhances business portfolios but also aligns with the growing emphasis on sustainability and environmental responsibility in procurement processes.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Environment Agency - SCCPs & MCCP's in fairy/ string light cables

Notice Description

This contract will conduct analysis of the plastic cables of fairy / string lighting for the presence of short chain chlorinated paraffins (SCCPs) and medium chain chlorinated paraffins (MCCPs). SCCPs are restricted under the EU POPs Regulation. The purpose of the analysis is to monitor compliance with the restriction. Headphones placed on the market in the UK (and wider EU) have recently been found by other countries to contain non-compliant levels of SCCPs. SCCPs are also a Priority Hazardous Substance under the Water Framework Directive. The plastic cables will also be analysed for MCCPs. In 2019, the REACH Substance Evaluation of MCCPs concluded they met the PBT and vPvB criteria. This conclusion will ultimately lead to the inclusion of MCCPs on the REACH Candidate List and a POP nomination to the UN Stockholm Convention. In the current climate of a circular economy where increased volumes of materials containing these materials are likely to be re-used, quantitative analysis would improve data that could be used in the risk management of these substances.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-3626ebc6-8c01-4244-85bf-17ed80daf672
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7817896a-ac45-4e53-b5d7-3c472b28652d
Current Stage
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All Stages
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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
Awardee Scale
SME

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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£15,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Oct 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
18 Dec 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Sep 20214 years ago
Contract Period
30 Sep 2021 - 31 Dec 2021 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
Defra Network eTendering Portal
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 3JR
Postcode Area
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

SGS UK Ltd

Further Information

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