Award

Research on diffuse pollution from historic metal mine activity in the UK.

THE COAL AUTHORITY

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

28 Dec 2018 at 10:35

Award Notice
Tender

14 Dec 2017 at 13:27

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Coal Authority is inviting tenders for the project titled "Research on diffuse pollution from historic metal mine activity in the UK." This procurement falls under the research and development services category and is located in the UK. The tender process is currently in the Award stage, with the contract period set to run from 8th October 2018 to 31st March 2022. The submission deadline for expressions of interest was 17th January 2018, and interested businesses should submit their details through the Coal Authority's eTender portal before engaging further in the process. The estimated contract value is £120,000, and the procurement method employed is a selective restricted procedure, which is above the threshold value.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in environmental research, specifically those focused on pollution tracking and monitoring. Small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in hydrology, soil science, or related fields would be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. The tender not only allows for the potential growth of participating organisations but also encourages innovation in addressing the environmental impacts of historical mining activities. Successful bidders will have the chance to demonstrate their capabilities and potentially establish long-term relationships with the Coal Authority.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Research on diffuse pollution from historic metal mine activity in the UK.

Notice Description

You are invited to submit a tender for providing the Authority with research on diffuse pollution from historic metal mine activity in the UK. The Authority is seeking to appoint a contractor or contractors to provide the service described in the scope document with effect from April 2018 This initial call is for expressions of interest on one or both of the topics detailed below. Successful applicants will then be invited to submit full proposals in due course. (i) Groundwater inputs: Investigation into the role of groundwater / baseflow in metal flux in specific water bodies / stream reaches. (ii) Spoil heap inputs: The relative importance of particulate erosion/run-off versus infiltration/pore water in mobilising metals from spoil heaps (bankside soils) to rivers. This invitation to tender comprises the following documentation against which you are invited to tender:- (a) Instructions to Tender (b) Project Scope (c) Tender Response Form (d) Various Attachments Please be aware that this tender exercise will be undertaken via the Coal Authority's eTender portal hosted by Bravosolution. Should you wish to participate in this tender exercise you need to register your company details, which will require the provision of some company information and agreement to terms and conditions to access the system. In order to register please log on to www.coal.bravosolution.co.uk and should you have any difficulties with this procedure, please contact Bravosolution, the Authority's provider, on 0800 368 4850 (free phone number), who will assist you throughout the whole procedure at anytime. Although the despatch, completion and return of tenders will be undertaken electronically, the Authority will issue a letter to award the contract. Once your organisation is registered and you have been notified of your log in details, you should be able to log into the system and review the documentation for this project. Additional information: Please be aware that this tender exercise will be undertaken via the Coal Authority's eTender portal hosted by Bravosolution. Should you wish to participate in this tender exercise you need to register your company details, which will require the provision of some company information and agreement to terms and conditions to access the system. In order to register please log on to www.coal.bravosolution.co.uk and should you have any difficulties with this procedure, please contact Bravosolution, the Authority's provider, on 0800 368 4850 (free phone number), who will assist you throughout the whole procedure at anytime. Although the despatch, completion and return of tenders will be undertaken electronically, the Authority will issue a letter to award the contract. Once your organisation is registered and you have been notified of your log in details, you should be able to log into the system and review the documentation for this project

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0b701386-75cd-4f7e-b4fd-8f2b52f579e9
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
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

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

90730000 - Pollution tracking and monitoring and rehabilitation

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£120,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£728,574 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Dec 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
17 Jan 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Jul 20187 years ago
Contract Period
7 Oct 2018 - 31 Mar 2022 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
THE COAL AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Peter Kobryn
Contact Email
peterkobryn@coal.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
MANSFIELD
Postcode
NG9 5BQ
Post Town
Nottingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF16 South Nottinghamshire
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Broxtowe
Electoral Ward
Attenborough & Chilwell East
Westminster Constituency
Broxtowe

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
2
Supplier Names

NERC CENTRE FOR ECOLOGY & HYDROLOGY

NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY

Further Information

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