Tender

Updating the Code of Practice on Litter and Refuse

DEPT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD AND RURAL AFFAIRS

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

28 Apr 2023 at 09:30

Tender

27 Apr 2023 at 14:04

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) is initiating a tender titled "Updating the Code of Practice on Litter and Refuse". The procurement falls under the services category, with a procurement method of Open Procedure (below threshold). The tender period ends on 9th May 2023, and the contract period is set to run from 5th June 2023 to 29th September 2023. This opportunity is open to SMEs and is located in London, SW1P 3JR. The project is expected to start in June 2023 and last for four months.

This tender for updating the Code of Practice on Litter and Refuse by Defra presents an opportunity for businesses in the research and development consultancy services industry. Companies specializing in desk-based research, stakeholder engagement, and code production would be well-suited to participate in this tender. With a clearly defined project scope and timeline, this opportunity can support business growth and innovation within the specified contract period.

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Notice Title

Updating the Code of Practice on Litter and Refuse

Notice Description

Defra is seeking to procure the services of a suitable organisation to update the 'Code of Practice on Litter and Refuse'. The Code of Practice on Litter and Refuse was last updated several years ago. It now needs refreshing in order to update references to old legislation and reflect the changed technological, economic and social environment in which Land-Managers now operate. There is also concern that some of the standards described in the Code of Practice may need clarification, particularly in relation to land with 'special circumstances'. It is expected that this project will consist of the following (which can be aligned with milestones payments) - desk-based research - engagement with stakeholders and - production of a revised Code The project is expected to commence in June 2023 and run for four months. 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. If you need technical help with the Atamis system, either when registering, or when completing a tender, please contact the Atamis support team e-mail Support@Atamis.co.uk or phone Tel: 029 2279 0052.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cb9dd598-a351-40e4-9f88-140a5aeb1fdb
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 (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Apr 20232 years ago
Submission Deadline
25 May 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
18 Jun 2023 - 13 Oct 2023 1-6 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
DEPT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD AND 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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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