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02 Jul 2026 at 12:20

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process undertaken by the Department for Transport (DfTc) focuses on the project titled "Aviation Local Air Quality Dispersal Modelling." The goal is to provide expert modelling of air quality pollutants dispersal around airports. With a classification under the Research Services industry category, this process targets locations worldwide, including British Overseas Territories, the Channel Islands, and the United Kingdom. The tender has reached the award stage as of 2 July 2026, following the completion of the tender period on 25 June 2026. With a total contract value of £90,000, the procurement was conducted using a selective method, specifically a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system, and is scheduled to run from 1 July 2026 to 31 March 2028.

This tender represents a key opportunity for businesses specialising in environmental research and services, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) who can deliver sophisticated modelling solutions. Ideal contenders are those with capabilities in innovative air quality analysis and a track record in aviation-related projects. The Department for Transport’s commitment to enhancing environmental monitoring in aviation offers a substantial growth avenue for suppliers like Cambridge Environmental Research Consultants, who have been awarded the contract. Companies aiming to establish or enhance their footprint in governmental research services would find this opportunity particularly compelling.

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Notice Title

Aviation Local Air Quality Dispersal Modelling

Notice Description

The project aims to provide modelling capabilities and expertise on the dispersal around airports of air quality pollutants, including nitrogen oxides and non-volatile particulate matter, which are emitted by aircraft when landing and taking off.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-cf3c9ba8-a2e4-4bd5-9623-ab25d96f8607
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2ad9afe1-0ef8-491d-bcf9-4e5628197bbd
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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
Awardee Scale
SME

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
£90,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£90,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
25 Jun 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
30 Jun 2026 - 31 Mar 2028 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

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

CAMBRIDGE ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH CONSULTANTS

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