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Investigating the Impact of Reducing the Aromatic Content of Kerosene

DFTC - DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT

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12 Dec 2023 at 17:20

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Transport has awarded the contract for the project "Investigating the Impact of Reducing the Aromatic Content of Kerosene" to the University of Sheffield. The research services contract, valued at £285,609 GBP, aims to explore the relationship between jet fuel aromatic content and contrail formation. The procurement method used was selective, with a call-off process from a dynamic purchasing system. The tender period ended on 29th September 2023, and the contract period spans from 30th November 2023 to 31st March 2024.

This research project presents business growth opportunities for organisations specialising in research services related to aviation and environmental impact. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are considered suitable for this contract. Businesses interested in climate impact studies and fuel sustainability in the aviation industry would be well-suited to compete. The contract was initiated through a competitive process by the Department for Transport, providing a chance for eligible businesses to contribute to impactful research in the aerospace sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Investigating the Impact of Reducing the Aromatic Content of Kerosene

Notice Description

Research to explore the relationship between the aromatic content of jet fuel and contrail formation, and to establish if reducing the aromatic content of kerosene has a positive climate impact. Analysis will seek to identify the cost, safety and operational implications of reducing the aromatic content to different levels and will seek to clarify the trade-offs between any CO2 emissions generated during the hydrotreating process and the potential for reducing climate warming contrails.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-94d42b73-5554-4ff4-b01e-1612cddac456
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9f473a4e-9c5d-40b8-b7b9-c10fdf2df6c6
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Dynamic
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a dynamic purchasing system
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73110000 - Research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£285,609 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£285,609 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Dec 20232 years ago
Submission Deadline
29 Sep 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Nov 20232 years ago
Contract Period
30 Nov 2023 - 31 Mar 2024 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
DFTC - DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 4DR
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
Vincent Square
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD

Further Information

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