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Provision of Air Quality Data Management Services to the Kent and Medway Air Quality Monitoring Network

TUNBRIDGE WELLS BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Award

05 Feb 2026 at 19:05

TenderUpdate

19 Nov 2025 at 19:05

Tender

23 Oct 2025 at 18:05

Summary of the contracting process

Tunbridge Wells Borough Council has successfully completed the procurement process for the "Provision of Air Quality Data Management Services to the Kent and Medway Air Quality Monitoring Network." This contract, categorized under environmental engineering consultancy services, involves the management of air quality data and the establishment of a dedicated web-based service to serve Kent Local Authorities, Medway Unitary, and Kent County Council. The procurement method followed was an open procedure. The contract was awarded to Ricardo-AEA Ltd, with a completion status as of February 5, 2026. The awarded contract is valued at £177,270.72, with a contract period commencing on April 1, 2026, and concluding on March 31, 2029, with options for annual renewal extensions up to 2033. This procurement was part of an active award stage, with all pertinent submissions closed by December 10, 2025. The services are to be rendered across various locations within the United Kingdom, specifically within the South East regions.

This procurement initiative presents a significant opportunity for businesses specializing in environmental data management and consultancy services to engage with public sector contracts that have long-term prospects. Companies with expertise in the area of air quality monitoring and environmental engineering, particularly those capable of providing comprehensive data management solutions, would find this contract appealing for business growth. With a substantial contract and the possibility of extended engagement through annual renewals, this opens doors for both large entities like Ricardo-AEA Ltd and smaller consultancies looking to expand their portfolio with public sector projects. The focus on integrating advanced technological solutions for data management further emphasises the need for businesses that are adept with digital platforms, paving the way for innovations in public environmental monitoring initiatives.

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Notice Title

Provision of Air Quality Data Management Services to the Kent and Medway Air Quality Monitoring Network

Notice Description

Tunbridge Wells Borough Council on behalf of the Kent and Medway Air Quality Monitoring Network (KMAQMN) are seeking to procure the service of air quality data management including the provision and management of a dedicated web-based service. This partnership includes Kent Local Authorities, (excluding Dartford & Sevenoaks Councils), Medway Unitary and Kent County Council. The Authority intends to award the contract to a sole contractor on the basis of the tenders submitted which in the Network Members opinion represents the best understanding of the issues and needs facing the Network. To view this notice, please click here: https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=1012243411

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: This contract will be for an initial 3-year terms with the option on 4 annual extensions. (3+1+1+1+1).

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05d2e4
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010730-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71313000 - Environmental engineering consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£384,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£384,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
£177,270 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
10 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Pending
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
TUNBRIDGE WELLS BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@tunbridgewells.gov.uk
Contact Phone
01892554425

Buyer Location

Locality
TUNBRIDGE WELLS
Postcode
TN1 1RS
Post Town
Tonbridge
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ46 West Kent
Delivery Location
TLJ4 Kent, TLJ41 Medway

Local Authority
Tunbridge Wells
Electoral Ward
Park
Westminster Constituency
Tunbridge Wells

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

RICARDO-AEA

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