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Modelling of Ambient Air Quality (MAAQ)

DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL

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14 Jun 2019 at 10:45

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "Modelling of Ambient Air Quality (MAAQ)" has been undertaken by the Defra Network eTendering Portal based in London. This contract falls under the industry category of air quality management and is valued at £2,597,697. The procurement method was a direct award through a single tender action, and the contract period commenced on 1st June 2019, running until 31st May 2021. The tender ended on 1st June 2019, marking the transition from tendering to the award phase.

This contract offers significant opportunities for businesses in the environmental services sector, particularly those specialising in air quality assessment and modelling. Companies with capabilities in developing air quality models and conducting compliance assessments aligned with EU directives would be exceptionally well-suited to compete for similar contracts. The successful supplier, Ricardo Energy & Environment, has set a benchmark for quality and innovation in this field, suggesting that businesses aiming for growth should focus on building expertise in air quality management and related policy initiatives.

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Notice Title

Modelling of Ambient Air Quality (MAAQ)

Notice Description

The objectives of the Modelling of Ambient Air Quality contract are to develop and apply air quality models and other methods of assessment to: Map ambient air pollutant concentrations across the UK for 13 pollutants including the pollutants of most concern in terms of health burdens and statutory compliance risks, which are nitrogen dioxide and particulate matter. Carry out an annual assessment of compliance with air quality limit values and target values for EU directive reporting. Support the investigation and development of policy initiatives.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-3aa5686d-34f6-4c68-9c77-e15c08488239
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0557492a-2347-4d24-8219-5abbcefddb12
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
Not specified
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
£2,597,697 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£2,597,697 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Jun 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
1 Jun 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 May 20196 years ago
Contract Period
31 May 2019 - 31 May 2021 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
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
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

RICARDO ENERGY & ENVIRONMENT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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