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title: "project 2602 Small Hive Beetle Spread and Response Contingency Model"
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# project 2602 Small Hive Beetle Spread and Response Contingency Model

Buyer: DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-0f0ed926-6bac-454e-aa03-5d5c26698c26

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## Summary

The procurement process for the project titled "Project 2602 Small Hive Beetle Spread and Response Contingency Model" is being led by the Defra Network eTendering Portal, based in London, England. The project aims to develop a response model for potential outbreaks of Small Hive Beetle in the UK, with a total contract value of £53,936. It falls under the industry category of research and development services and related consultancy services. The tender was awarded on 25 January 2019, with the contract period running from 27 February 2019 to 31 October 2019. This procurement operated under a direct method, specifically a single tender action below threshold.

This tender presents an opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) to engage in a significant research and consultancy project that aims to enhance the UK's preparedness for agricultural pests. Businesses specialising in agricultural research, public health, and ecological consulting may find this tender particularly relevant. Companies that can develop innovative modelling solutions and response strategies would be well-equipped to compete for this contract, thereby contributing to public sector resilience and supporting their growth ambitions.

## Notice

This project aims to; (1) develop a model for use in the event of an outbreak of SHB in the UK. (2) use the model to simulate different responses and then draft response plans which include potential outcomes and associated costs (3) share these outputs with end users including operational staff and policy makers Additional information: Please note that Defra procurement uses an E-tendering system for Procurement activities. This is currently provided by Bravo Solutions. To access appropriate tendering and contractual documents, please access the E-Tendering portal at https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk, ensuring that your registration includes "Defra". If you have any problems with this system, please contact Bravo on their telephone helpline number 0800 368 4850.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f6f2d439-51a5-4a29-abf8-79391ff8acdd |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 30 Jun 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 25 Jan 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 25 Jan 2019 |
| Contract period | 27 Feb 2019 - 31 Oct 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £53,936 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £53,936 |
| 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 | DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1P 3JR |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | St James's |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | APHA |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 30 Jun 2019 at 10:09 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f6f2d439-51a5-4a29-abf8-79391ff8acdd

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f6f2d439-51a5-4a29-abf8-79391ff8acdd
  30th June 2019 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/93ada5bc-3ff4-4443-bdf3-4ac6621d3b47
  n/a

## Notice URLs

- https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk

## Provenance

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