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Monitoring groundwater microbial communities (operational practice)

DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS

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12 Nov 2025 at 15:11

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "Monitoring groundwater microbial communities (operational practice)" was commissioned by the Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (Defra), based in London, England. This contract falls under the industry category of research and development consultancy services, specifically classified under CPV code 73200000. The procurement method used was selective, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender reached the award stage on 12th November 2025, with the contract period set to begin on 17th November 2025 and conclude on 31st March 2027. The contract, valued at £92,778.21, was awarded to the UK Centre for Ecology & Hydrology (UKCEH).

This procurement offers significant business growth opportunities for large-scale enterprises involved in scientific research and ecological consultancy, particularly those specialising in environmental monitoring and data collection. The research aims to develop efficient protocols for eDNA collection and analysis, providing a platform for suppliers with expertise in groundwater ecosystems and microbial communities to demonstrate their capabilities. Such projects can enhance a company's portfolio and credibility in the environmental science sector, paving the way for future public and private sector collaborations.

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Notice Title

Monitoring groundwater microbial communities (operational practice)

Notice Description

The ultimate purpose of this work is to establish a reliable and efficient protocol for eDNA collection and analysis of microbes contributing to the broader understanding of groundwater ecosystems. Contract awarded by Defra.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-d89d1b6b-c504-4682-a71f-a0cc8a8725d7
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7e80c71e-6e34-47ea-b7bb-a4e84f018b43
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£92,778 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£92,778 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
16 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Nov 20253 months ago
Contract Period
17 Nov 2025 - 31 Mar 2027 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
DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
network.procurement@defra.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

UK CENTRE FOR ECOLOGY & HYDROLOGY (UKCEH

Further Information

Notice Documents

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