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RDE650 A rapid review of evidence and data of the impacts and risks on animal and human health from land and water contaminated by metals from English and Welsh abandoned metal mines.

DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS

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10 Mar 2025 at 10:44

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (DEFRA) has completed a procurement process titled "RDE650 A rapid review of evidence and data of the impacts and risks on animal and human health from land and water contaminated by metals from English and Welsh abandoned metal mines." The procurement falls under the industry category of Research and development consultancy services (CPV code 73200000). The project is to be carried out primarily in the United Kingdom and associated regions including British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isla of Man, and the Rest of the World. The procurement method used was selective, specifically through a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender period ended on 1 October 2024, with the contract period running from 8 October 2024 to 31 March 2025, valued at GBP 114,250. The procurement has now reached the award stage, with the supplier being the University of Nottingham.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in environmental research and consultancy, particularly those focusing on the impacts of heavy metals on health and the environment. Businesses with expertise in data collation, synthesis, and assessment stand to benefit significantly from participating in such tenders. Both SMEs and VCSEs are deemed suitable, highlighting an inclusive approach to procurement that encourages diversity of suppliers. The chosen procurement method ensures that only qualified suppliers with a proven track record are selected, ensuring high standards and reliability in the project outcomes.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

RDE650 A rapid review of evidence and data of the impacts and risks on animal and human health from land and water contaminated by metals from English and Welsh abandoned metal mines.

Notice Description

Collation, synthesis, assessment and reporting of government held data, and published and unpublished information of reports of the the health impacts and risks to humans, wildlife and the environment due to heavy metals discharged from abandoned metal mines to ground and surface waters and local soil environment in England and Wales

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-7966e29e-34df-4eda-a51c-b53281317962
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/abcda6de-ac7f-4fd5-b145-1caa6c562b5c
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
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
£114,250 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£114,250 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Mar 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
1 Oct 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 Oct 20241 years ago
Contract Period
7 Oct 2024 - 31 Mar 2025 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
DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS
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

UNIVERSITY OF NOTTINGHAM

Further Information

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