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Demonstrate & Monitor Use of Biolog. Control Agents for High Priority IAS Weeds - South East

DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL

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05 Feb 2018 at 13:52

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the contract titled "Demonstrate & Monitor Use of Biolog. Control Agents for High Priority IAS Weeds - South East" involves the Defra Network eTendering Portal as the buying organisation. This contract pertains to the services industry, particularly focusing on solutions for invasive plant species, with a specific aim to combat Japanese Knotweed and Himalayan Balsam through biological control agents. The procurement method is limited, awarded without prior publication of a contract notice. The contract has been awarded for a period starting from 22 January 2018 to 31 May 2020. The procurement process was completed on 8 January 2018, and it is based in the South East region of the United Kingdom.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses engaged in environmental services, particularly those specialising in biological control and landscape management. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary community and social enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly suited to compete for this contract due to the project's emphasis on innovative ecological solutions. The relatively modest contract value of £11,600 makes it accessible for firms looking to establish themselves in public procurement, especially in niches related to invasive species management and ecological conservation.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Demonstrate & Monitor Use of Biolog. Control Agents for High Priority IAS Weeds - South East

Notice Description

Three year trial of efficacy of using biological control methods for the eradication of invasive alien species. Namely Japanese Knotweed and Himalayan Basalm Additional information: Please note that Defra procurement uses an E-tendering system for Procurement activities. This is currently provided by Bravo Solutions. To access appropriate tendering and contractual documents, please access the E-Tendering portal at https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk", ensuring that your registration includes "Defra". If you have any problems with this system, please contact Bravo on their telephone helpline number 0800 368 4850 or by emailing them at help@bravosolution.co.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/f9c5e4b5-ce3b-4ffa-81d1-f7c46bac9def
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award of contract without prior publication of a contract notice
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

03 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

CPV Codes

03451000 - Plants

33698100 - Microbiological cultures

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£11,600 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£11,600 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Feb 20188 years ago
Submission Deadline
8 Jan 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 Jan 20188 years ago
Contract Period
22 Jan 2018 - 31 May 2020 2-3 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
DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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
TLJ South East (England)
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MEDWAY VALLEY COUNTRYSIDE PARTNERSHIP

Further Information

Notice Documents

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