Camden Air Quality Diffusion Tube Monitoring 2026-2030

LONDON BOROUGH OF CAMDEN

This public procurement record has 4 releases in its history.

Award

23 Jun 2026 at 15:00

Award

28 May 2026 at 11:29

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 reached the award stage for its "Camden Air Quality Diffusion Tube Monitoring 2026-2030" contract. Located in London, the buying organisation, a sub-central government body, has employed an open procurement method to select a suitable supplier. The tender focuses on air quality monitoring services, specifically involving the provision, distribution, and analysis of NO2 diffusion tubes. The entire process, from initiation to award, spanned from March 2026 to June 2026, with the contract commencing on 29th June 2026 and running until 30th December 2030. The total contract value is above the threshold at approximately £438,709.78.

This tender offers significant business growth opportunities, particularly for SMEs in the air quality management and environmental monitoring sectors. Companies specialising in sustainable and innovative solutions for pollution monitoring can leverage this contract to showcase their expertise and expand their portfolio in the public sector. The focus on UKAS-accredited analysis and data quality standards implies that businesses adept at maintaining technical precision and regulatory compliance are well-suited for such competitions. This contract not only offers a platform to contribute to environmental quality improvement efforts but also aids in establishing long-term partnerships with public procurement entities.

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Notice Title

Camden Air Quality Diffusion Tube Monitoring 2026-2030

Notice Description

The London Borough of Camden has awarded a qualified supplier to 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/059100-2026
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

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
£365,591 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
£365,591 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Jun 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
20 Apr 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
2 Mar 2026Expired
Award Date
25 May 20261 months ago
Contract Period
28 Jun 2026 - 30 Dec 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LONDON BOROUGH OF CAMDEN
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
WC1H 9JE
Post Town
Central 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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MP SMARTER TRAVEL

Further Information

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