Tender

An investigation of different handling methods on the welfare of ducks

DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL

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Tender

08 Feb 2022 at 14:10

Summary of the contracting process

The current procurement process is initiated by the Defra Network eTendering Portal for a project titled "An investigation of different handling methods on the welfare of ducks". This falls under the research services category, with a contract value of £50,000, located in London, United Kingdom. The tender period is set to close on 11th March 2022, with the contract expected to commence on 18th April 2022 and run until 17th April 2023. The procurement method applied is an open procedure classified as below threshold.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses focused on research services, particularly those specialising in animal welfare and handling methods. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary or community sector enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly encouraged to participate, as they can provide innovative insights and practical experience relevant to the investigation. Competing in this tender could help such businesses broaden their service offerings and establish relationships with a significant purchasing authority.

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Notice Title

An investigation of different handling methods on the welfare of ducks

Notice Description

The Authority is looking for suppliers for an investigation of different handling methods on the welfare of ducks. The contractor is required to develop best practice guidance for the handling of ducks, particularly in the context of loading for transport, based on empirical evidence of the welfare outcomes associated with different handling methods.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-fb3273ab-95f4-4a20-aaec-dfc159807391
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5f0872a5-fe6f-40c6-a47f-edfa8dd62a82
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73110000 - Research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Feb 20224 years ago
Submission Deadline
11 Mar 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
17 Apr 2022 - 17 Apr 2023 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

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
TLI London

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

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