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Pilot study to develop techniques for assessment of the presence of microplastics in UK wastewater effluent streams

DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL

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29 Mar 2018 at 10:51

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves a pilot study aimed at developing techniques for assessing the presence of microplastics in UK wastewater effluent streams. The contracting authority is the Defra Network eTendering Portal, based in London. This contract, classified under research services (CPV code 73110000) and environmental services (CPV code 90700000), has a total value of £24,953. The contract period commenced on 1st February 2018 and is set to conclude on 31st May 2018. Notably, this procurement was executed through a limited method, with the award announced on 1st February 2018, following the tender period which ended on 1st January 2018.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for companies specialising in environmental research services and microplastic analysis, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs). Businesses with expertise in wastewater management, environmental consulting, or innovative research methodologies would be well-suited to engage in this contract. The focus on environmental impact underscores the increasing demand for sustainable practices, thereby paving the way for growth in this sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Pilot study to develop techniques for assessment of the presence of microplastics in UK wastewater effluent streams

Notice Description

Pilot study to develop techniques for assessment of the presence of microplastics in UK wastewater effluent streams 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
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c3f72ac7-7c43-413a-8f6a-a2cc9d1f7d2d
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award of contract without prior publication of a contract notice
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

CPV Codes

73110000 - Research services

90700000 - Environmental services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£24,953 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£24,953 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Mar 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
1 Jan 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Feb 20188 years ago
Contract Period
1 Feb 2018 - 31 May 2018 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
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

CENTRE FOR ECOLOGY & HYDROLOGY

Further Information

Notice Documents

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