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Batteries: Review of United KIngdom (UK) Legislation - Research Project

DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL

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18 Oct 2021 at 15:34

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18 Dec 2020 at 22:22

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the project titled "Batteries: Review of United Kingdom (UK) Legislation - Research Project" is managed by the Defra Network eTendering Portal, based in London, England. This contract falls under the services category, specifically focusing on research services with an additional classification in environmental services. The initial tender period concluded on 15th January 2021, and following this, an award was made on 1st March 2021. The contract is valued at £31,477 and runs from 1st March 2021 to 25th May 2021. The procurement method used is an open procedure, ensuring accessibility for a diverse range of bidders.

This tender represents an excellent opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) specialising in research and environmental services. Businesses well-suited to compete would likely have expertise in environmental policy analysis, data interpretation regarding battery waste, and capacity to contribute to future policy recommendations. Engaging with this procurement could help businesses enhance their portfolio, expand their networks, and foster growth through collaboration with a reputable government authority.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Batteries: Review of United KIngdom (UK) Legislation - Research Project

Notice Description

To gather information on new batteries placed on the market and waste battery flows and interpret that data to inform the review of current Batteries Policy, which seeks to reduce the environmental impact of batteries, as given effect under the Batteries and Accumulators (Placing on the Market) Regulations 20081 (as amended) and the Waste Batteries and Accumulators Regulations 20092(as amended). The findings of this Project will help in the development of recommendations for future Policy and in the production of supporting economic analysis of the impacts of potential changes. Additional information: Please note that Defra procurement uses e-tendering, provided by Bravosolutions. In order to access the Bravo system you will need to be registered. Could I therefore request that you register on the Bravo portal for Defra. If you're already registered on the Bravo portal please check that your registration includes Defra, as you have to specify us in order to correctly receive the tender documents. If you have any problems with the registration process, please contact the Bravo helpline on 0800 368 4850 or alternatively email them at help@bravosolution.co.uk. The link you require for new registration/amendments to registrations is - https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-dd11fbfd-d9ec-4f70-a056-b09b09647ac7
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b90bccf1-749a-4c57-bcd6-38c436acb3d5
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
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

73110000 - Research services

90700000 - Environmental services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£34,500 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£31,477 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Nov 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
15 Jan 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Mar 20214 years ago
Contract Period
1 Mar 2021 - 25 May 2021 1-6 months
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
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

RICARDO-AEA

Further Information

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