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title: "GB-LONDON: RBGKEW1349 Succulents SIRA and TEA 2024"
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# GB-LONDON: RBGKEW1349 Succulents SIRA and TEA 2024

Buyer: ROYAL BOTANIC GARDENS, KEW  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-0f704cb4-37f6-49d5-806c-7c3f8cd984ed

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## Summary

The Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew has completed a procurement process titled "GB-LONDON: RBGKEW1349 Succulents SIRA and TEA 2024," classified under the industry category 'Research laboratory services'. This contract, valued at £96,000, involves applying Stable Isotope Ratio Analysis (SIRA) and Trace Element Analysis (TEA) to sample material derived from various succulent plant species. The objective is to characterise the chemical fingerprints of wild succulent plants threatened by illegal trade and determine their geographic origin and provenance. The contract period runs from 2nd December 2024 to 30th April 2025, and the process involved an open procedure, concluding with the award on 21st November 2024. The analysis will take place in London, United Kingdom.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities, particularly for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) specialising in research laboratory services, isotopic analysis, or trace element testing. Businesses looking to expand their expertise in plant analysēs or entering industries related to botanical research and conservation will find this contract highly relevant. Collaborating with high-profile establishments such as Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew and the British Geological Survey can enhance reputation, ensure continuous work, and provide access to advanced research projects and resources.

## Notice

Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew wishes to appoint a supplier to apply Stable Isotope Ratio Analysis (SIRA) and Trace Element Analysis (TEA) to sample material derived from a range of succulent plant species. Objectives of the analysis include: To characterise the chemical fingerprints of wild succulent plants threatened by illegal trade, and their use in determining the geographic origin and provenance of the plant. Exploring the potential of an isotope marker applied through watering, to help trace cultivated plant specimens within commercial supply chains. Please refer to the tender documents for comprehensive details of this project. Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/75612e11-bd77-47e8-821b-f6a15b9fa505 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 24 Mar 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 21 Nov 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 21 Nov 2024 |
| Contract period | 2 Dec 2024 - 30 Apr 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £96,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £96,000 |
| 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 | ROYAL BOTANIC GARDENS, KEW |
| Locality | RICHMOND |
| Post town | Twickenham |
| Postcode | TW9 3AE |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI7 Outer London - West and North West |
| ITL 3 | TLI75 Hounslow and Richmond upon Thames |
| Local authority | Richmond upon Thames |
| Electoral ward | Kew |
| Westminster constituency | Richmond Park |
| Delivery location | TLI London |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BRITISH GEOLOGICAL SURVEY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73111000 - Research laboratory services

## Release History

- 24 Mar 2025 at 16:00 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/75612e11-bd77-47e8-821b-f6a15b9fa505

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/75612e11-bd77-47e8-821b-f6a15b9fa505
  24th March 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=936258512
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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