Tender

Camden Air Quality Diffusion Tube Monitoring 2026 - 2029

LONDON BOROUGH OF CAMDEN

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

18 Mar 2026 at 15:40

Planning

27 Jan 2026 at 15:03

Summary of the contracting process

The London Borough of Camden has initiated a tender process for its "Camden Air Quality Diffusion Tube Monitoring 2026 - 2029," focusing on air quality management and pollution monitoring within the borough. This procurement falls under the services category and utilises an open procedure, with significant value as it is above the threshold. Interested suppliers must adhere to UKAS-accredited analysis standards and provide validated datasets for regulatory reporting. Key dates include the tender closing on 20th April 2026, and the winning bid expected to be awarded by 18th May 2026. The procurement will commence on 28th June 2026, spanning until December 2030, serving various locations across London identified under region UKI31.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in environmental services and air quality analysis. The contract, valued at £396,000, covers a long-term engagement, fostering potential for growth and stability for SMEs with expertise in NO2 diffusion tube monitoring and data integration. Additionally, the procurement process is designed to attract innovative approaches, with equal emphasis on price and quality, providing a platform for the delivery of high-quality, reliable, and environmentally responsible services. Entities capable of meeting Camden’s high standards for air quality monitoring and contributing to the community's commitment to improved pollution management and local air quality will find this proposal promising for business expansion.

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Notice Title

Camden Air Quality Diffusion Tube Monitoring 2026 - 2029

Notice Description

The London Borough of Camden is seeking a qualified supplier to manage and deliver its Air Quality Diffusion Tube Monitoring Programme. The project involves the provision, distribution, monthly collection and laboratory analysis of NO2 diffusion tubes across designated monitoring locations within the borough. The supplier will be responsible for ensuring UKAS-accredited analysis, maintaining data quality standards and providing validated datasets suitable for regulatory reporting and integration into Camden's air quality monitoring framework. This contract supports Camden's ongoing commitment to improving local air quality and tracking long-term pollution trends.

Planning Information

The London Borough of Camden is undertaking early market engagement ahead of a planned tender for major public realm and highway improvement works along Kilburn High Road. The aim is to gather insight from the market to shape the upcoming procurement, understand supplier capacity and capability, and explore innovative approaches to delivery, sustainability, and social value. The Kilburn High Road corridor is a significant strategic route and a busy town centre serving Camden, Brent, and Westminster. As part of the Better, Safer Kilburn programme, funded through Transport for London’s Borough Safer Streets initiative, the planned works will focus on improving road safety, accessibility, and environmental quality. The scheme supports enhanced active travel, improved public spaces, and increased biodiversity.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-060fe1
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024766-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

90731100 - Air quality management

90731400 - Air pollution monitoring or measurement services

90731800 - Airborne particle monitoring

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£396,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£396,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Mar 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
20 Apr 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
2 Mar 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
27 Jun 2026 - 30 Dec 2030 4-5 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
LONDON BOROUGH OF CAMDEN
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
N1C 4AG
Post Town
North London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI36 Camden
Delivery Location
TLI31 Camden and City of London

Local Authority
Camden
Electoral Ward
King's Cross
Westminster Constituency
Holborn and St Pancras

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