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1729 / ITT / SC Framework Biochar Soil Amendment

University of Nottingham

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25 Mar 2022 at 14:03

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Nottingham (UoN) is currently conducting a tender for the "1729 / ITT / SC Framework Biochar Soil Amendment," which falls under the goods category within the soil industry. This procurement is in the Tender stage, with the bidding period set to end on 2nd May 2022. UoN aims to deploy between 100-150 tonnes of biochar to various arable lands across the UK, commencing in summer 2022, with a contract duration of approximately two years and optional renewals. The estimated value of this procurement is £200,000.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in the production and supply of biochar, particularly those capable of meeting the European Biochar Certificate (EBC) Agro II specification. Companies engaged in agriculture, environmental services, and sustainable soil management practices would be well-positioned to compete. The requirement for suitable biochar application and the potential for additional smaller trials could further encourage innovation and collaboration within the industry, contributing to growth and sustainability in agricultural practices across the UK.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

1729 / ITT / SC Framework Biochar Soil Amendment

Notice Description

Brief: The University of Nottingham (UoN) is conducting the most ambitious and comprehensive biochar demonstration programme to date involving arable fields, grass and woodland, contaminated land, and where soil erosion control is required. The programme, using over 200 tonnes of biochar, will address uncertainties regarding the extent and scope of deployment and its stability with respect to carbon sequestration, together with quantifying effects on ecosystem services. The framework will allow UoN to secure compliant supply chains and call off materials. Tender Technical Specification: Starting in summer of 2022, UoN will be deploying 100-150 tonnes of biochar to arable lands across farms in the UK, for which we require biochar of EBC (European Biochar Certificate) Agro II specification. The biochar required must be suitable for application using agricultural spreaders with minimal dust production, which in practice means particle sizes of 1-5 mm. Over the following 3 years we may

Lot Information

Framework Agreement for Biochar as a Soil Amendment: Virgin Material

Starting in summer of 2022, UoN will be deploying 100-150 tonnes of biochar to arable lands across farms in the UK, for which we require biochar of EBC (European Biochar Certificate) Agro II specification. The biochar required must be suitable for application using agricultural spreaders with minimal dust production, which in practice means particle sizes of 1-5 mm. Over the following 3 years we may also require tonne quantities (1-10 tonnes) of biochar for smaller trials on an ad hoc basic, with the potential for larger quantities dependant on research demands. See tender documents https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofnottingham/aspx/Home

Options: Must have EBC (European Biochar Certificate) Agro II specification - See tender documents https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofnottingham/aspx/Home

Renewal: See tender documents https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofnottingham/aspx/Home

Framework Agreement for Biochar as a Soil Amendment: Biproduct Material

The University of Nottingham (UoN) is conducting the most ambitious and comprehensive biochar demonstration programme to date involving arable fields, grass and woodland, contaminated land, and where soil erosion control is required. The programme, using over 200 tonnes of biochar, will address uncertainties regarding the extent and scope of deployment and its stability with respect to carbon sequestration, together with quantifying effects on ecosystem services.Information on Tender Documents: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofnottingham/aspx/Home. Additional information: Access to Tender Documents: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofnottingham/aspx/Home

Options: Access to Tender Documents: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofnottingham/aspx/Home

Renewal: Access to Tender Documents: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofnottingham/aspx/Home

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-032677
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008157-2022
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

14 - Mining, basic metals and related products

CPV Codes

14212400 - Soil

14212420 - Subsoil

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Mar 20224 years ago
Submission Deadline
2 May 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
University of Nottingham
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NOTTINGHAM
Postcode
NG7 2RD
Postcode Area
Nottingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF14 Nottingham
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Nottingham
Electoral Ward
Lenton & Wollaton East
Westminster Constituency
Nottingham South

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