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RDE755 - Assessment of VOCs in an urban background atmosphere: Observations from London, UK

ENVIRONMENT AGENCY

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27 Jan 2025 at 15:04

Summary of the contracting process

The Environment Agency has completed a procurement process titled "RDE755 - Assessment of VOCs in an urban background atmosphere: Observations from London, UK," under the industry category of research and development consultancy services. This procurement, executed as a selective process through a call-off from a framework agreement, involved gathering data and research findings on Oxygenated and Non-oxygenated Hydrocarbons throughout 2025. The contract, valued at £49,488.08, began on 20 January 2025 and will conclude on 31 December 2025. Key participants include the buyer, the Environment Agency, located in London, UK, and the supplier, Ricardo-AEA Ltd, based in Oxfordshire. The tender was in the award stage as of 27 January 2025.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in environmental research and development consultancy services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly well-suited to compete, given their capacity for specialised research capabilities. Being involved in such projects can enhance a company's portfolio, offer exposure to high-viz public sector projects, and provide a stable revenue stream over the contract period. Businesses engaged in environmental sciences, air quality analysis, and related consultancy services will find this tender particularly aligned with their expertise and service offerings.

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Notice Title

RDE755 - Assessment of VOCs in an urban background atmosphere: Observations from London, UK

Notice Description

During 2025 - provide data and research findings on Oxygenated and Non-oxygenated Hydrocarbons

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-5d4b0ca2-b790-43b1-b7e1-08c47f616654
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c7d9b831-234a-47f1-8573-652a830f58a0
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
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
£49,488 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£49,488 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Jan 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
13 Jan 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 Jan 20251 years ago
Contract Period
20 Jan 2025 - 31 Dec 2025 6-12 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
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

RICARDO-AEA

Further Information

Notice Documents

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