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Biocontrol of invasive non-native riparian weeds:

DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL

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16 Nov 2017 at 16:10

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, managed by the Defra Network eTendering Portal, pertains to the project titled "Biocontrol of invasive non-native riparian weeds." This contract falls under the category of research services, which is part of the broader environmental services industry. The procurement method used is limited, allowing for the award of the contract without prior publication of a contract notice. The contract was awarded on 7th November 2017, with a value of £500,000, and the contract period runs from 1st April 2017 to 31st March 2020. Interested parties should note that the delivery area includes the United Kingdom and several British overseas territories.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) with relevant expertise in environmental research and management. Companies that specialise in biocontrol methods or have experience dealing with invasive species in riparian environments would be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. Engaging with the innovative strategies required for the management of these non-native weeds could foster growth and expand service offerings within this niche sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Biocontrol of invasive non-native riparian weeds:

Notice Description

Biocontrol of invasive non-native riparian weeds: Japanese knotweed (JK); Himalayan balsam (HB); Floating pennywort (FP); and Australian swamp stonecrop (ASSC). Additional information: Please note that Defra procurement uses e-tendering, provided by Bravosolutions. In order to access the Bravo system you will need to be registered. Could I therefore request that you register on the Bravo portal for Defra. If you're already registered on the Bravo portal please check that your registration includes Defra, as you have to specify us in order to correctly receive the tender documents. If you have any problems with the registration process, please contact the Bravo helpline on 0800 368 4850 or alternatively email them at help@bravosolution.co.uk. The link you require for new registration/amendments to registrations is - https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b69eb4cd-9e07-4d6c-a149-1a0e5f0b03c5
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award of contract without prior publication of a contract notice
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

CPV Codes

73110000 - Research services

90700000 - Environmental services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£500,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£500,000 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Nov 20178 years ago
Submission Deadline
1 Mar 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 Nov 20178 years ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2017 - 31 Mar 2020 3-4 years
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
DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
network.procurement@defra.gsi.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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

CAB INTERNATIONAL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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