Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (Defra) is currently in the tender stage for a procurement process titled "C25633 - Hydrometry Measurement Instrumentation". This tender falls under the industry category of Hydrometeorology services and Surface water pollution monitoring or control services. The procurement encompasses two main Lots with further subdivisions, offering contracts for Automatic Weighing Rain Gauges and Submersible Pressure Sensors. The contracts are anticipated to commence on 25 November 2024 and run until 25 November 2029. Interested parties must submit their tenders by 9 September 2024, via the designated electronic portal. The delivery locations include the United Kingdom, British Oversea Territories, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, Europe, and the Rest of the World.

This tender presents a significant growth opportunity for businesses proficient in hydrometry and environmental monitoring equipment. Companies specialising in manufacturing or supplying hydrometry instrumentation, such as automatic weighing rain gauges and submersible pressure sensors, would find this contract highly suitable. The open procedure encourages competitive bidding, allowing businesses of varying sizes to compete on an equal footing. Winning multiple Lots under this tender could consolidate a business's market position and provide long-term revenue stability over the five-year contract period. However, it should be noted that the tender is not specifically targeting SMEs or VCSEs, thus businesses in these categories should carefully consider their strategic fit before entering.

Tender

C25633 - Hydrometry Measurement Instrumentation

DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT. FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS (DEFRA

Contract Timeline

Publication Date

31st July 2024 13:45:15 PM

Tender Deadline

9th September 2024 13:00:00 PM Expired
Contract Summary

The procurement documents are available for unrestricted and full direct access, free of charge, at https://defra-family.force.com/s/Welcome Any questions, requests to participate or tender submissions must be submitted electronically via this portal. This opportunity is advertised by Defra group Commercial on behalf of the Environment Agency. This is a procurement of goods contract and will have indirect economic benefits under the Social Value Act. This procurement requirement is divided into Two Lots (with Four Sub-Lots under Lot 2) as set out in the Specification of Requirements. There are no limits to the number of Lots in which any one Tenderer can be awarded a Contract and if a Tenderer is successful in more than one Lot, the Authority may enter into a single Contract for all Lots awarded to that Tenderer. • Lot 1: Automatic Weighing Rain Gauges (1 Lot) • Lot 2: (Submersible Pressure Sensors) - (4 Sub-divided Lots 2.1-2.4) The anticipated commencement date of each Contract is as follows; • Lot 1: 25 November 2024 - 25 November 2029 • Lot 2: 25 November 2024 - 25 November 2029 (All 4 Lots)
Contract Details

Open Contracting ID

ocds-b5fd17-863db39a-825d-4403-ab3d-a3ca3f36bc01

Publication Source

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Procurement Stage

Tender

Procurement Method

Open

Procurement Method Details

Open Procedure (above Threshold)

Procurement Category

Goods

Tender Suitability

Framework / DPS
Contract Classification

CPV Code(s)

71351612
90733100

CPV Division(s)

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
90 - Sewage-, refuse-, cleaning-, and environmental services
Awarding Authority

DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT. FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS (DEFRA

Buyer Name

Paul Butler

Buyer Email

paul.butler@defra.gov.uk

Buyer Phone

Buyer Address

London

London

SW1P 4DF

UK

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C25633 - Hydrometry Measurement Instrumentation

DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT. FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS (DEFRA

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