Tender

tNCEA - National Hydrometry Data Logger

ENVIRONMENT AGENCY

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Tender

02 Jan 2026 at 15:52

Planning

19 Nov 2025 at 15:02

Summary of the contracting process

ENVIRONMENT AGENCY is inviting bids for their tender titled "tNCEA – National Hydrometry Data Logger," focusing on surveying and hydrological instruments. The procurement, under the "goods" category, has reached the tender stage as of 2 January 2026. Interested parties can submit their bids electronically via an open procedure by 2 February 2026, with an enquiry period ending on 19 January 2026. Located in London, the agency seeks robust logger devices suitable for river flow and rainfall data collection. The tender is divided into two lots, with contracts beginning 10 March 2026 and expected completion by March 2029.

This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses specialising in environmental monitoring and data collection technologies. SMEs and VCSEs are encouraged to participate, given the open procurement method and suitability for these organisations. Particular interest lies with firms capable of supplying compact, high IP-rated data loggers compatible with Schneider telemetry systems. Those offering innovative solutions in hydrometry and telemetry systems integration will find this a promising opportunity for business growth, particularly those experienced in working with public authorities like the Environment Agency and DEFRA.

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Notice Title

tNCEA - National Hydrometry Data Logger

Notice Description

This procurement requirement is divided into Lots: Lot 1 - This lot is designed to meet the EA requirement for a robust (desired minimum IP66 rating) logger device to operate at the majority of river level, river flow and rainfall sites as backup devices to the main existing remote telemetry units. Compact logger device, desirable maximum device dimensions of 200mm x 150mm x 80mm, should allow fitment to new and existing enclosures. Where device has telemetry functionality inclusion of a multi band modem is desirable. Lot 2 - This lot is designed to meet the EA requirement for a robust self-contained single sensor (desired minimum IP67 rating) logger device to operate in specific use cases where space may be limited. Dimensions of device should allow fitment within tube diameters >=50mm. Device should provide functionality to directly connect input sensors, without need for external junction box, to logger whilst maintaining IP rating. Logger device must be compatible with sensors on the EAs existing pressure transmitter framework. Where device has telemetry functionality inclusion of a multi band modem is desirable. Where data loggers have telemetry functionality, they are required to operate with Schneider telemetry systems using either DNP3, WITS DNP3 or Lucid (when available). Bidders may apply for one or both Lots.

Planning Information

N/A

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05e492
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000077-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)


CPV Codes

38290000 - Surveying, hydrographic, oceanographic and hydrological instruments and appliances

38296000 - Surveying instruments

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1
Lots Value
£1
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
2 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
8 Dec 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
10 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ENVIRONMENT AGENCY
Additional Buyers

DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT, FOOD AND RURAL AFFAIRS

Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
ademola.olagunju@defra.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 4DF
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
Not specified

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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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