Tender

Sources of Micro-plastics in the Marine Environment

DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL

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Tender

21 Feb 2018 at 10:13

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process concerns a project titled "Sources of Micro-plastics in the Marine Environment," initiated by the Defra Network eTendering Portal, located in London, England. It falls under the environmental management industry category (CPV code 90710000), and is currently at the Tender stage. The tender period ends on 12 March 2018, and the contract is set to commence on 16 April 2018, lasting until 29 March 2019. This open procurement method invites all eligible bidders to take part in the process.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses focused on environmental services, particularly those specialising in pollution monitoring and analysis. Small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) would be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract due to the potential for innovation and specialised expertise in managing microplastic pollution. Engaging in this contract could enable businesses to contribute to critical environmental research while expanding their operational portfolio.

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Notice Title

Sources of Micro-plastics in the Marine Environment

Notice Description

The principal requirement of this project is to investigate sources and pathways of synthetic fibre and tyre microplastic pollution into the marine environment. 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. "

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ef1bfcd9-b512-4ece-93b0-3c9658974ff8
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

90710000 - Environmental management

90714100 - Environmental information systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Feb 20188 years ago
Submission Deadline
12 Mar 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
15 Apr 2018 - 29 Mar 2019 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
network.procurement@defra.gsi.gov.uk
Contact Phone
00

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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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