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title: "project_23225 - Research on Removal of Microplastics by Drinking Water Treatment Processes"
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# project_23225 - Research on Removal of Microplastics by Drinking Water Treatment Processes

Buyer: DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-378bfd7c-533a-47da-9552-5fd74d4a8a11

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## Summary

The Defra Network eTendering Portal has conducted a public procurement process titled "Research on Removal of Microplastics by Drinking Water Treatment Processes." Classified within the research and development services industry, this contract is located in the United Kingdom and involves an open procurement method. The tender period concluded on 8th June 2018, and the contract award was dated 29th August 2018. The total contract value is £115,161, with the contract's duration set from 3rd September 2018 to 6th November 2020.

This procurement presents significant growth opportunities for businesses in environmental research, particularly those with expertise in water treatment and analysis of contaminants. Firms specialising in environmental consultancy, water quality testing, and sustainable processes may find this tender to be particularly relevant and advantageous. The involvement of small and medium enterprises (SMEs) is encouraged, making it an accessible opportunity for innovative companies looking to expand their market reach in the burgeoning field of microplastics research.

## Notice

The issue of microplastics in freshwater systems in an emerging area of research. Defra has already funded some work on microplastics in rivers and sewage treatment. There have also been a number of reviews on the topic including the Foundation for Water Research, the Chartered Institute of Water and Environmental Management, the global Water Research Coalition and the Foundation for Water Research. Common themes emerging from these reviews is that there are no harmonised methods of analysis. Whilst waste water treatment provides effective removal of particles, high numbers are likely to be present in fresh waters and little is known about their removal in drinking water treatment processes. 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 or by emailing them at help@bravosolution.co.uk

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/db8cc95d-f917-48ea-a71c-95a918e89d1d |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Sep 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 8 Jun 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 28 Aug 2018 |
| Contract period | 2 Sep 2018 - 6 Nov 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £115,161 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £115,161 |
| 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 | CRANFIELD UNIVERSITY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 41 - Collected and purified water
- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 41110000 - Drinking water
- 73110000 - Research services

## Release History

- 3 Sep 2018 at 08:25 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/db8cc95d-f917-48ea-a71c-95a918e89d1d
- 8 May 2018 at 09:06 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/356d6ced-41e3-4d7a-b7d6-551cf29d9c88

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/db8cc95d-f917-48ea-a71c-95a918e89d1d
  3rd September 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/356d6ced-41e3-4d7a-b7d6-551cf29d9c88
  8th May 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- http://defra.bravosolution.co.uk
  http://defra.bravosolution.co.uk
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/47e84226-9f80-4089-b28a-0e245981bc16
  n/a

## Notice URLs

- https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk
- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/department-for-environment-food-rural-affairs

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