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Biochar Feasibility Study

CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER BOROUGH COUNCIL

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10 Mar 2025 at 16:58

Summary of the contracting process

Cheshire West and Chester Borough Council has concluded the procurement process for a "Biochar Feasibility Study" in the industry category of sewage, refuse, cleaning, and environmental services. This project aims to explore the feasibility of generating biochar from managed waste. The procurement method used was a selective procedure, with a tender period ending on 4th February 2025, and a contract period running from 18th March 2025 to 19th June 2025. The award was published on 10th March 2025, with a total contract value of £38,925. The location for the delivery of services is England, United Kingdom.

This project presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in environmental services, particularly those with expertise in waste management and biochar production. Additionally, consulting firms with capabilities in technical testing, analysis, and consultancy services for water-supply and waste management may find this tender to align well with their service offerings. The contract is noted to be suitable for SMEs, fostering growth and allowing smaller enterprises to compete effectively. The awarded supplier is Severn Wye Energy Agency, indicating the scope for similar organisations to engage in future tenders of this nature.

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Notice Title

Biochar Feasibility Study

Notice Description

Biochar feasibility study. The Council aims to explore the feasibility of generating biochar from its managed waste and seeks support to develop the proposal.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-6af14130-cb15-4174-a430-8a0e5ceb523a
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/425d2a4f-9360-46bc-a68a-283ad381f5be
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

71600000 - Technical testing, analysis and consultancy services

71800000 - Consulting services for water-supply and waste consultancy

90000000 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£38,925 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£38,925 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Mar 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
4 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
4 Mar 202511 months ago
Contract Period
18 Mar 2025 - 19 Jun 2025 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
CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
ELLESMERE PORT
Postcode
CH65 0BA
Post Town
Chester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD6 Cheshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD63 Cheshire West and Chester
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Cheshire West and Chester
Electoral Ward
Central & Grange
Westminster Constituency
Ellesmere Port and Bromborough

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SEVERN WYE ENERGY AGENCY

Further Information

Notice Documents

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