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Exposure and Effects of Veterinary Medicines and Pesticides to Aquatic Wildlife in Protected Sites.

NATURAL ENGLAND

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22 Jul 2026 at 06:31

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Natural England, a central government public authority based in London, is conducting a tender for research and development services related to the "Exposure and Effects of Veterinary Medicines and Pesticides to Aquatic Wildlife in Protected Sites." The procurement stage is currently active, and the process follows an open competition method below the threshold, inviting bids until 17:00 on Friday, 21st August 2026. This project encompasses the collection and analysis of chemical exposure data affecting aquatic wildlife, with the aim of mitigating potential harm. The tender covers services within the UK region, valued at £50,000, with the contract set to commence on 4th September 2026 and conclude on 3rd March 2027.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in environmental research, chemical analysis, and consultancy services in wildlife protection and environmental management. SMEs are considered suitable, and businesses with expertise in passive quantitative sampling methodology, risk assessment, and chemical mitigation strategies stand to benefit and grow by participating in this contract. By contributing to this project, companies can expand their portfolio within the research and development sector, while helping Natural England and other associated bodies achieve their conservation objectives. Prospective bidders are expected to submit their quotations in accordance with the Request for Quotation (RFQ) guidelines.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Exposure and Effects of Veterinary Medicines and Pesticides to Aquatic Wildlife in Protected Sites.

Notice Description

Passive quantitative sampling methodology will be employed to allow the full picture of chemical exposure to wildlife to be assessed. Chemical analysis would be selective to chemicals most relevant to remain cost effective. Based on the above analysis, evidence of exposure above the regulatory acceptable concentrations (RAC) for each substance can be used to assess the potential for adverse effects on aquatic species. Furthermore, the additive or synergistic adverse effects of chemical mixtures can be assessed. The evidence of effects from the risk assessment evidence may allow direct management practices to mitigate the adverse effects of these chemicals, either at source, in wastewater treatment works or at the protected site. This work is designed to provide evidence to Natural England, Pharmaceuticals in the Environment Group and DEFRA Biodiversity Pressures Team.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06d059
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068925-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

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
£41,667 Under £100K
Lots Value
£41,667 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Jul 2026Today
Submission Deadline
21 Aug 20265 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
3 Sep 2026 - 3 Mar 2027 6-12 months
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
NATURAL ENGLAND
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
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

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