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INS301-01 Evaluation of the Northern Ireland Wastewater System

OFFICE FOR ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION

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Summary of the contracting process

The Office for Environmental Protection has concluded the tender process for the evaluation of the Northern Ireland wastewater system. This procurement, coded INS301-01-16, falls under the "Risk or hazard assessment other than for construction" industry category with additional classifications in environmental standards, indicators, and impact assessments. The procurement was conducted via a call-off from the CCS framework RM6187 Lot 9 and completed with the award to WSP UK Ltd. Key dates include the tender period ending on 31st July 2024 and the contract period running from 2nd September 2024 to 31st March 2025. The project covers the evaluation of various wastewater systems across Northern Ireland, including coastal regions, and aims to identify the components posing the greatest threat to aquatic ecosystems.

This tender creates significant opportunities for business growth, particularly for environmental consultancy firms, wastewater management businesses, and companies specialising in aquatic ecological assessments. SMEs are encouraged to participate as the procurement process is suitable for them. The awarded contract, valued at £134,224 GBP, focuses on critical appraisal, risk assessment, and compliance with environmental regulations, providing ample scope for businesses with expertise in environmental consultancy and wastewater management to contribute to the improvement of Northern Ireland's water quality. The project’s wide geographical scope and comprehensive evaluation requirements make it an excellent opportunity for firms to demonstrate their capabilities and expand their portfolios in environmental impact services. The Office for Environmental Protection, headquartered in Worcester, England, oversees this project and can be contacted via procurement@theoep.org.uk for further information.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

INS301-01 Evaluation of the Northern Ireland Wastewater System

Notice Description

To carry out an assessment of the discharges from sewage and industrial Waste Water Systems in Northern Ireland in order to identify which component of the system posed the biggest threat to aquatic ecosystems This objective will be achieved through review and critical appraisal of the following areas, as described further in the Invitation to Tender: - To map out the wastewater systems in Northern Ireland to inform the identification of relevant data and information needed to deliver this project. - To develop a risk assessment method to identify which component of the wastewater system pose the biggest risk to aquatic ecosystems. - To evaluate impacts on different waterbody types (e.g protected sites, sensitive areas) and conditions (e.g. low flow vs. high flow conditions). - To provide an assessment of whether specific elements of the relevant regulations are being implemented fully and correctly, and/or whether they are fit-for-purpose. The scope of this project includes all of Northern Ireland, including coastal areas, including those discharges in the Republic of Ireland that contribute to the nutrient loading on shared waters. For this project, wastewater is defined as any water used by arising from households, businesses, and industry that enters waterbodies, whether treated or untreated. The wastewater system will encompass all wastewater treatment works (, both private and public), septic tanks, and any domestic, business, or industrial operations under a discharge consent. THIS PROCUREMENT HAS CONCLUDED AND THE CONTRACT AWARDED Additional information: This contract was procurement through CCS framework RM6187 Lot 9

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-4733ab56-d46a-452b-b8f9-6557d24b487a
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e72e9c3c-7f87-4737-9e9f-6fe55ee42f67
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
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

CPV Codes

90711100 - Risk or hazard assessment other than for construction

90711200 - Environmental standards other than for construction

90711300 - Environmental indicators analysis other than for construction

90711400 - Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) services other than for construction

90713000 - Environmental issues consultancy services

90713100 - Consulting services for water-supply and waste-water other than for construction

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£134,224 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Oct 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
31 Jul 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Aug 20241 years ago
Contract Period
1 Sep 2024 - 31 Mar 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
OFFICE FOR ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WORCESTER
Postcode
WR5 2QT
Post Town
Worcester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG1 Herefordshire, Worcestershire and Warwickshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG12 Worcestershire CC
Delivery Location
TLN Northern Ireland
Local Authority
Worcester
Electoral Ward
Nunnery
Westminster Constituency
Worcester

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

WSP

Further Information

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