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RDE 468 - Quarry trials of quieter technologies to clear unexploded ordnance

DEFRA

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16 Jan 2024 at 13:40

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (Defra) has recently awarded a contract for the project titled "RDE 468 - Quarry trials of quieter technologies to clear unexploded ordnance". This research and development consultancy services contract involves conducting controlled quarry trials of quieter technologies to clear unexploded ordnance. The procurement method used was selective, with a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract period is from 3rd January 2024 to 31st March 2024, with an awarded value of £109,911. The tender period ended on 2nd January 2024.

This tender opportunity with Defra can be beneficial for businesses involved in research and development consultancy services, particularly those with expertise in UXO clearance technologies. The project offers a chance to work on innovative solutions suitable for commercial application in the UK marine environment. Businesses dealing with quieter technologies for UXO clearance may find this contract stage to be an ideal platform to showcase their capabilities and contribute to environmental sustainability efforts in a controlled environment.

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Notice Title

RDE 468 - Quarry trials of quieter technologies to clear unexploded ordnance

Notice Description

Defra is seeking to commission work with the following aim and requirements: Aim: Conduct controlled quarry trials of quieter technologies to clear UXOs and determine to what degree they result in lower sound levels when compared to deliberate high-order detonation. Scope: The UXO clearance technologies used in the trials must be suitable for commercial application in the UK marine environment. The trials must be undertaken in a controlled environment rather than in the marine environment. This contract was awarded by DEFRA.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-532deb6f-8a3c-45e0-be22-10fd73426a9b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/73c9b2a9-a3de-4306-92ea-223d01bb56b0
Current Stage
Award
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£109,911 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Jan 20242 years ago
Submission Deadline
2 Jan 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
3 Jan 20242 years ago
Contract Period
3 Jan 2024 - 31 Mar 2024 1-6 months
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
Contact Name
Defra Group Commercial
Contact Email
dgc.rdeframework@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
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

NPL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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