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title: "RDE748 Additional work on the development of a new Continuous Water Quality"
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# RDE748 Additional work on the development of a new Continuous Water Quality

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-2b956fe4-ed62-4cd9-9504-994627853b28

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## Summary

The Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (DEFRA) has completed the procurement process titled "RDE748 Additional work on the development of a new Continuous Water Quality," classified under Research and Development Consultancy Services (CPV 73200000). This tender was conducted using a selective procurement method as a call-off from a framework agreement. The procurement process has transitioned from the Tender stage to the Award stage, with key dates including the tender period ending on 30th December 2024, and the contract period running from 6th January 2025 to 28th March 2025. The tender value is GBP 22,884.61, and the work encompasses various locations, including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom. The award was granted to the UK Centre for Ecology & Hydrology (UKCEH).

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in environmental research and development, particularly those capable of providing advanced monitoring solutions for water quality. SME and VCSE organisations are encouraged to participate, as the procurement process supports their involvement. Businesses that can provide innovative and sustainable solutions for continuous water quality monitoring and maintenance will find this tender particularly beneficial for growth opportunities. Additionally, those with experience in international projects, given the diverse locations involved, will be well-suited to compete in this tender process.

## Notice

Additional work on the development of a new Continuous Water Quality Monitoring Standard for installation and maintenance

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3b8d8a92-7c71-49e3-8a41-0b717bfe55a8 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Jan 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Dec 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 6 Jan 2025 |
| Contract period | 6 Jan 2025 - 28 Mar 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £22,884 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £22,884 |
| 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 | 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 | UK CENTRE FOR ECOLOGY & HYDROLOGY (UKCEH |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

## Release History

- 20 Jan 2025 at 09:44 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3b8d8a92-7c71-49e3-8a41-0b717bfe55a8

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3b8d8a92-7c71-49e3-8a41-0b717bfe55a8
  20th January 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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