--- title: "Gravimetric reference instrument (EN 12341) to measure PM10 mass concentration in ambient air" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-01a717e9-d313-4059-bea0-019b3742015c" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-01a717e9-d313-4059-bea0-019b3742015c" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-01a717e9-d313-4059-bea0-019b3742015c.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-01a717e9-d313-4059-bea0-019b3742015c.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS" published: "2024-12-03" --- # Gravimetric reference instrument (EN 12341) to measure PM10 mass concentration in ambient air Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-b5fd17-01a717e9-d313-4059-bea0-019b3742015c [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-01a717e9-d313-4059-bea0-019b3742015c) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-01a717e9-d313-4059-bea0-019b3742015c.json) ## Summary The Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (DEFRA) has completed the procurement process for the supply of two gravimetric reference instruments (EN 12341) to measure PM10 mass concentration in ambient air. The procurement falls under air pollution monitoring or measurement services and is part of the UK Particulate Matter (PM) Equivalence Programme. The tender, identified as GRPM102024, had a procurement stage starting on 24 October 2024 and concluded with the awarding on 13 November 2024. The procurement utilised a competitive quotation method and required responses by 6 November 2024, with an overall project value of £49,995 GBP. The instruments are required to be delivered by 28 February 2025, ensuring full operational capability by 13 March 2025. The instruments will be used across various locations within the United Kingdom. This tender provides a significant opportunity for businesses involved in air pollution measurement services, particularly SMEs and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs). By securing this contract, businesses can enhance their portfolio with government projects and contribute to important environmental monitoring efforts. The award went to Enviro Technology Services Limited, highlighting the preference for small and specialised enterprises capable of meeting DEFRA's stringent requirements. This procurement process illustrates the potential for growth and credibility for businesses within the environmental monitoring industry, offering a chance to be part of national air quality initiatives. ## Notice The Environment Agency seek to procure two gravimetric reference instruments (EN 12341) to measure PM10 mass concentration in ambient air. These instruments are indeded to be used as part of the UK Particulate Matter (PM) Equivalence Programme where comparison of gravimetric and continuous particulate matter instrument measurements is undertaken. The procured instruments must be delivered no later than 28 Feb 2025. Additional information: To apply for this opportunity you must submit your quotation meeting the requirements detailed in the Request for Quotation (RFQ) attached. Your response must be sent to tania.stratford@environment-agency.gov.uk by 11:00 hrs on 6 November 2024. If you have any clarification questions linked to this opportunity or the procurement process please submit these via email to tania.stratford@environment-agency.gov.uk. Please note that, unless commercially sensitive, both the question and the response will be circulated to all tenderers. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/96231bdc-4f5a-4298-8f2a-5921d8f5f05b | | Notice type | Award Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Limited | | Procurement method details | Competitive quotation (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | SME | | All stages | Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 3 Dec 2024 | | Submission deadline | 6 Nov 2024 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 13 Nov 2024 | | Contract period | 13 Nov 2024 - 13 Mar 2025 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £49,995 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | £43,337 | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Active | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS | | Locality | LONDON | | Post town | Not specified | | Postcode | SW10 4DF | | Country | Not specified | | ITL 1 | Not specified | | ITL 2 | Not specified | | ITL 3 | Not specified | | Local authority | Not specified | | Electoral ward | Not specified | | Westminster constituency | Not specified | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 1 | | Supplier names | ENVIRO TECHNOLOGY SERVICES | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services ### Codes - 90731400 - Air pollution monitoring or measurement services ## Release History - 3 Dec 2024 at 12:22 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/96231bdc-4f5a-4298-8f2a-5921d8f5f05b - 24 Oct 2024 at 10:52 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a9222ef3-f17d-4b56-9204-8fcc761000ec ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/96231bdc-4f5a-4298-8f2a-5921d8f5f05b 3rd December 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a9222ef3-f17d-4b56-9204-8fcc761000ec 24th October 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/67b897da-3b19-4cbd-a373-6db132989764 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/65876683-9f01-4b2a-971f-ad5510e6a84f - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/3f42eb8c-03c9-498a-9296-7706106359ae - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/SupplierAttachment/24b539ea-44d1-4480-b5c5-41a319dbe460 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/SupplierAttachment/f53bc7e1-4b8c-4b59-8ebe-b7aed3329980 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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