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Lake Phytoplankton Analysis 2025/26

ENVIRONMENT AGENCY

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22 Aug 2025 at 10:58

Summary of the contracting process

The Environment Agency has completed the procurement process for the "Lake Phytoplankton Analysis 2025/26" contract, which falls under the industry category of Research and Development Consultancy Services. The project involves the identification, enumeration, and biovolume assessment of lake phytoplankton samples across England. The award stage was marked active on the 10th of July, 2025, reflecting the agency's commitment to environmental research. This selective procurement was a call-off from a framework agreement, with the contract running from the 10th of July, 2025, to the 28th of February, 2026. The procurement value is GBP 94,860.46, and the services will be delivered in London, United Kingdom.

This contract presents significant growth opportunities for businesses involved in environmental research and consultancy. While large consultancies might be best suited, given the non-suitability for SMEs and VCSEs noted in the procurement details, it provides a chance for experienced firms like APEM Ltd, the awarded supplier, to expand their portfolio and expertise. Companies with capabilities in phytoplankton analysis and access to relevant technology are encouraged to explore similar opportunities that may arise from framework agreements with the Environment Agency.

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Notice Title

Lake Phytoplankton Analysis 2025/26

Notice Description

provide identification, enumeration and biovolume assessment of lake phytoplankton samples collected from lakes in England during 2025

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-d9488b56-38d6-4da2-bde0-68775467366c
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3ceea109-fb43-4b8e-82b3-d261156e96a8
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
Not specified

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
£94,860 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£94,860 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
27 Apr 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Jul 20257 months ago
Contract Period
9 Jul 2025 - 28 Feb 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ENVIRONMENT AGENCY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 3HX
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
TLI London

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

APEM

Further Information

Notice Documents

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