Tender

Supply of Marine and Freshwater Nutrient Monitoring Sensors

CARMARTHENSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

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Tender

16 Dec 2025 at 13:42

Summary of the contracting process

Carmarthenshire County Council is in the tender stage of procuring Marine and Freshwater Nutrient Monitoring Sensors to be installed in priority SAC river catchments. This procurement process is tagged as "tender" and features an open procedure method, providing interested parties with the opportunity to submit tenders electronically via the eTenderWales portal. The offerings include not just sensors but also reagents, servicing packages, multiparameter sondes, and sensor deployment buoys. Key dates to note include the tender submission deadline on 19th January 2026 and the enquiry period closing on 12th January 2026. The contract is estimated to commence on 16th February 2026. Businesses involved in pollution-monitoring devices, environmental services, and measuring equipment installations will find this opportunity particularly relevant.

The procurement process, spearheaded by Carmarthenshire County Council, presents substantial growth opportunities for businesses specialising in environmental monitoring and pollution control. With a total estimated contract value of up to £724,800, this tender represents a significant financial opportunity, particularly suited for SMEs given the procurement’s emphasis on price and quality criteria. Organisations capable of providing high-quality monitoring devices and robust maintenance services will find themselves well-positioned to compete in this procurement exercise. As lead authority, Carmarthenshire County Council underscores the importance of ensuring effective nutrient management in regional conservation areas, stressing the strategic importance of such innovative monitoring solutions. Businesses can enhance their operational scope and contribute to environmental sustainability by participating in this procurement initiative.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Supply of Marine and Freshwater Nutrient Monitoring Sensors

Notice Description

Carmarthenshire County Council (as Lead Authority of the Regional Nutrient Management Boards) wishes to purchase Marine and Freshwater Nutrient Monitoring Sensors for installation in priority SAC (Special Areas of Conservation) river catchments. The purchase will also include: * Reagents and a servicing package necessary for the initial operation of these sensors * Multiparameter Sondes * Acquisition of sensor deployment buoys to support the installation and effective functioning of the monitoring equipment

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05f6c3
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/083383-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
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
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

50 - Repair and maintenance services

51 - Installation services (except software)

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

38341500 - Contamination-monitoring devices

38344000 - Pollution-monitoring devices

50410000 - Repair and maintenance services of measuring, testing and checking apparatus

51210000 - Installation services of measuring equipment

90711500 - Environmental monitoring other than for construction

90733000 - Services related to water pollution

90740000 - Pollutants tracking and monitoring and rehabilitation services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£604,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£604,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Dec 20251 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
19 Jan 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
16 Feb 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 1-2 years
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
CARMARTHENSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Christopher Richards
Contact Email
chrichards@carmarthenshire.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
CARMARTHEN
Postcode
SA31 1JP
Post Town
Swansea
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL4 Mid and South West Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL42 South West Wales
Delivery Location
TLL14 South West Wales

Local Authority
Carmarthenshire
Electoral Ward
Carmarthen Town North and South
Westminster Constituency
Caerfyrddin

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