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Environment Agency: Hazard characterisation for Perfluoroalkylated Substances (PFAS)

DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

27 Oct 2021 at 10:20

Award Notice
TenderAmendment

25 Aug 2021 at 09:14

Tender Notice
Tender

16 Aug 2021 at 09:41

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Environment Food & Rural Affairs has recently completed a tender process for the project titled "Environment Agency: Hazard characterisation for Perfluoroalkylated Substances (PFAS)." This procurement falls under the services category, specifically targeting research consultancy services. The contract was published on 16th August 2021, with the tender period ending on 10th September 2021. The expected contract value is £40,000, and the contract period runs from 30th September 2021 to 31st January 2022. The invitation to quote required submissions to be sent to Ian Martin via email at ian.martin@environment-agency.gov.uk.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) specialising in environmental consultancy and risk assessment. Businesses well-suited for this project may include those with expertise in toxicological research and environmental assessments, particularly those familiar with perfluoroalkyl substances. Engaging in such public procurement projects can foster growth and expand service offerings for these sectors, enhancing their profiles within a competitive market.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Environment Agency: Hazard characterisation for Perfluoroalkylated Substances (PFAS)

Notice Description

Review available mammalian and human toxicological evidence for a wide range of PFAS including technical mixtures, examining in detail potential frameworks for a common hazard characterisation scheme and illustrating the implications of such schemes on the risk management of land contaminated with PFAS from different sources using UK data. Additional information: To apply please respond to the attached Invitation to Quote and associated documents. Email your response to ian.martin@environment-agency.gov.uk. Tenders to be received no later than 17:00 on September 10th 2021 (extended from September 3rd). If you have any further questions about this tender then please e-mail ian.martin@environment-agency.gov.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/bb8fb47a-1820-4b43-b256-4980a194612e
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Competitive quotation (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

CPV Codes

73210000 - Research consultancy services

90711100 - Risk or hazard assessment other than for construction

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£40,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£39,882 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Oct 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
10 Sep 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 Oct 20214 years ago
Contract Period
27 Oct 2021 - 28 Feb 2022 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
DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B3 1AQ
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Soho & Jewellery Quarter
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CAMBRIDGE ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENTS

Further Information

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