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RDE594 Biochar in Paludiculture & Water Quality Phase 2

ENVIRONMENT AGENCY

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23 Jul 2024 at 11:41

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Summary of the contracting process

The Environment Agency has concluded an award for the "RDE594 Biochar in Paludiculture & Water Quality Phase 2" project, classified under Research and Development Consultancy Services (CPV: 73200000). This procurement process utilised a selective method called off from a framework agreement, suitable for SMEs and VCSEs. The project aims to explore sustainable hydrological management in lowland agricultural peat to reduce carbon emissions. The tender covered various locations including the UK and global destinations. Key dates include the contract period starting on 19th July 2024 and ending on 31st January 2025, with an award notice published on 23rd July 2024.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in agricultural research, environmental consultancy, or water management systems to contribute to groundbreaking sustainable practices. Companies with expertise in hydrology, carbon reduction, and ecological research are particularly well-suited to engage. The project, spearheaded by the Environment Agency, involves collaboration with the UK Centre for Ecology & Hydrology, offering participants the chance to work alongside prominent industry players and influence pivotal environmental policies.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

RDE594 Biochar in Paludiculture & Water Quality Phase 2

Notice Description

The Lowland Agricultural Peat Agenda The reduction of emissions from lowland agricultural peat, through more sustainable hydrological management has been recognised as a key policy driver in reducing Carbon emissions and reaching Carbon Budget 6 targets. The independent Lowland Agricultural Peat Task Force, reported in 2023, setting out a number of Recommendations to take forward the Policy Agenda, with expected implications for the Environment Agency 's core business. The new Policy direction of wetter farming and/or paludiculture advocates methods of economically viable farming whilst raising water table levels from their current, significantly drained, positions. The wider benefits and potential risks of the new direction on the water environment and biodiversity in our lowland peat landscapes is currently has numerous identified evidence gaps.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-4446908f-268b-46fc-b766-407bcda2a600
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/70863210-9aee-4ad5-ac05-763666c4ae4f
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£6,706 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£6,706 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Jul 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
12 Jul 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Jul 20241 years ago
Contract Period
18 Jul 2024 - 31 Jan 2025 6-12 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
ENVIRONMENT AGENCY
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
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

UK CENTRE FOR ECOLOGY & HYDROLOGY (UKCEH

Further Information

Notice Documents

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