Tender

Testing the validity of using eDNA for carbon origin analysis from sediment cores

NATURAL ENGLAND

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31 Jul 2023 at 14:58

Summary of the contracting process

Natural England is seeking services for a pilot study titled "Testing the validity of using eDNA for carbon origin analysis from sediment cores." The project involves understanding organic carbon sources within UK sediments. The procurement method is an open procedure with a tender deadline of 1st September 2023. The contract period is from 18th September 2023 to 29th February 2024. This presents an opportunity for businesses in the research services category, particularly those specialised in environmental analysis and carbon origin studies, to compete for the contract.

This tender by Natural England offers business growth opportunities for companies providing research services related to environmental analysis and carbon origin studies. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in sediment core analysis and carbon origin research are well-suited for this procurement process. Interested businesses must submit their quotations meeting the RFQ requirements by 1st September 2023. The project aims to demonstrate the suitability of using eDNA for identifying organic carbon sources in UK sediments, potentially leading to further research collaborations and business expansion for successful bidders.

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Notice Title

Testing the validity of using eDNA for carbon origin analysis from sediment cores

Notice Description

This project is a pilot study to test the validity of using eDNA for carbon origin analysis from sediment cores. The project will also produce a suitable reference library for appropriate species for this study. The study will aim to demonstrate the suitability of the method for understanding the sources of organic carbon within UK sediments. Additional information: To apply for this opportunity you must submit your quotation meeting the requirements detailed in the Request for Quotation (RFQ) attached. Your response must be sent to joshua.parker@naturalengland.org.uk by 12 midday on 01/09/2023. If you have any clarification questions linked to this opportunity or the procurement process please submit these via email to joshua.parker@naturalengland.org.uk. Please note that, unless commercially sensitive, both the question and the response will be circulated to all tenderers.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-ff25a2e8-49b1-48cd-8894-aad96d7b2c76
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/29215674-7afb-41a5-bf41-5f0ef3054e03
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
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
£25,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Aug 20232 years ago
Submission Deadline
1 Sep 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
17 Sep 2023 - 29 Feb 2024 1-6 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
NATURAL ENGLAND
Contact Name
Joshua Parker
Contact Email
joshua.parker@naturalengland.org.uk
Contact Phone
07717881405

Buyer Location

Locality
LEEDS
Postcode
LS11 9AT
Post Town
Leeds
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE42 Leeds
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Leeds
Electoral Ward
Beeston & Holbeck
Westminster Constituency
Leeds South

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