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ES RDE 029 - Ambient air quality monitoring strategy for industrial clusters

DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS

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07 May 2026 at 14:24

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "Ambient air quality monitoring strategy for industrial clusters" was initiated by the Department for Environment Food & Rural Affairs. This project focuses on developing an evidence-based air monitoring strategy for industrial clusters, particularly where carbon capture and low carbon technologies are anticipated. The contract, with the main category being services, was awarded on 28th April 2026 to RICARDO-AEA LIMITED. The procurement, which falls under the public authority - central government's remit, was executed under a below-threshold procurement method. The project's timeline spans from 28th April 2026 to 23rd June 2026, with the contract valued at £19,999.64 excluding VAT. The procurement process, now completed, was conducted within the UK, specifically in London.

This tender presents significant opportunities for companies specialising in research and development services, particularly those with a focus on environmental consultancy and low carbon technologies. Businesses with expertise in ambient air quality monitoring and environmental data management will find this contract a stepping stone for further engagement with governmental organisations. Given the specific focus on industrial clusters and carbon capture strategies, companies that are agile and innovative in delivering comprehensive environmental solutions will be well-suited to compete for similar opportunities in the future.

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Notice Title

ES RDE 029 - Ambient air quality monitoring strategy for industrial clusters

Notice Description

Environment Agency self-service direct award. The Environment Agency (EA) is commissioning a two-month project to develop an evidence based ambient air monitoring strategy for industrial clusters where carbon capture and other low carbon technologies are expected to operate.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0693ac
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042063-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - unknown
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£19,999 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 May 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
27 Apr 2026 - 23 Jun 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

RICARDO-AEA

Further Information

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