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RDE 460 eDNA method development and baseline survey

ENVIRONMENT AGENCY

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27 Feb 2024 at 10:48

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Summary of the contracting process

The Environment Agency has awarded a contract for the project titled "RDE 460 eDNA method development and baseline survey". The project aims to enhance understanding of microbial and stygobitic species in groundwater ecosystems using environmental DNA. The contract value amounts to £89,921.43 GBP. The procurement method was selective, with the contract period starting on February 1, 2024, and ending on March 31, 2025.

This tender presents opportunities for businesses in the research and development consultancy services sector. Suitable businesses, especially SMEs, can benefit from competing in this tender process. The procurement stage is at the award phase, with the Environment Agency being the buying organisation. The deadline for tender submissions was November 30, 2023. The project is located in multiple regions, including the UK and British Oversea Territories, among others.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

RDE 460 eDNA method development and baseline survey

Notice Description

The aim of this project is to enhance our understanding and detection of microbial and stygobitic species in groundwater ecosystems using environmental DNA (eDNA). The ultimate goal is to establish a reliable and efficient protocol for eDNA collection and analysis of microbes and stygobites, contributing to the broader understanding of biodiversity and health in groundwater ecosystems. RDE 460 Sublot 5.2. This contract was awarded by the Environment Agency.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a1e58221-1cf9-44f9-a2d3-43b300aa6745
Current Stage
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All Stages
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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
SME
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
£89,921 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£89,921 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Feb 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
30 Nov 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Feb 20242 years ago
Contract Period
1 Feb 2024 - 31 Mar 2025 1-2 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
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 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

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