Award

Water Sample Analysis

NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

09 Mar 2026 at 12:40

Tender

05 Sep 2025 at 09:53

Planning

31 Jul 2025 at 13:01

Summary of the contracting process

Norfolk County Council has completed the award of a contract titled "Water Sample Analysis" in the industry category of laboratory services linked to water pollution. This contract, valued at £549,995.71 gross, encompasses testing the water quality of groundwaters, surface waters, and landfill leachates around landfill sites for which the Council holds responsibility. The procurement process was conducted through an open procedure under section 20(1) and (2)(a) of the Procurement Act 2023. The contract became active on 1st December 2025 and is set to run until 30th November 2028, with a possible extension for up to 24 months at the discretion of Norfolk County Council.

This tender provides substantial growth opportunities particularly for businesses specialising in laboratory services, water pollution assessment, and water-treatment works. The contract was awarded to Envirolab Limited, an SME located in Helsby, indicating the suitability for small to medium-sized enterprises with expertise in detailed chemical analysis of water samples. The procurement method utilised ensures transparency and open competition, conducive for businesses seeking to expand their footprint in public sector work, especially those willing to explore subcontracting opportunities for services beyond their immediate capacity.

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Notice Title

Water Sample Analysis

Notice Description

This contract details notice is for the award of a public contract procured through an open procedure in accordance with section 20(1) and (2)(a) of the PA 2023. Norfolk County Council is required to test the water quality of groundwaters, surface waters and landfill leachates in and around landfill sites for which it is responsible. The sampling is carried out by Norfolk County Council officers in accordance with a predetermined schedule. The Council has appointed a contractor to provide the testing services.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: The Contract may be extended by up to 24 months at the Council's discretion.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-056a35
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020871-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

45232430 - Water-treatment work

71900000 - Laboratory services

90733000 - Services related to water pollution

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£500,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£500,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£458,329 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Mar 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
30 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
5 Sep 2025Expired
Award Date
1 Dec 20254 months ago
Contract Period
1 Dec 2025 - 30 Nov 2028 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NORWICH
Postcode
NR1 2DH
Post Town
Norwich
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH5 Norfolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH51 Norwich and East Norfolk
Delivery Location
TLH15 Norwich and East Norfolk, TLH16 North and West Norfolk, TLH17 Breckland and South Norfolk

Local Authority
Norwich
Electoral Ward
Lakenham
Westminster Constituency
Norwich South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ENVIROLAB

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