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title: "Marine Macrobenthic Invertebrate Sample Analysis (Framework Agreement)"
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# Marine Macrobenthic Invertebrate Sample Analysis (Framework Agreement)

Buyer: DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-430cee89-2226-49b0-a5d7-cdb89e6ee9b0

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## Summary

The Defra Network eTendering Portal has initiated an open procedure for a framework agreement titled "Marine Macrobenthic Invertebrate Sample Analysis." This contract falls under the research services category, specifically focusing on marine research. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage, with submissions closing on 19th February 2021. The service will be delivered across various locations, including the United Kingdom, European territories, and other global destinations. The contract period is set to commence on 1st April 2021 and will run until 31st March 2025.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses engaged in marine research and environmental monitoring. Companies with expertise in sample analysis and those capable of adhering to national and international environmental legislation would be well-positioned to compete. This includes small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that can leverage their specialised knowledge to provide valuable data services to public authorities and conservation bodies, thereby fostering their growth within the environmental services sector.

## Notice

FRAMEWORK OPPORTUNITY The Authority is looking for a supplier for Marine Macrobenthic Invertebrate Sample Analysis. For this framework requirement, the Environment Agency will be working in partnership with Natural England, Natural Resources Wales (NRW) and the Joint Nature Conservation Committee (JNCC). The requirements for this framework are the analysis of marine macrobenthic invertebrate samples. The valuable datasets generated by this analysis are used for monitoring and assessing changes in the marine environment as required by national and international legislative drivers such as the Water Framework Directive, Habitats Directive, the Marine and Coastal Access Act and OSPAR. Additional information: New Framework Opportunity

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b9e861ca-3f32-4e2b-83bc-7651f7facd89 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 Jan 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 19 Feb 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2021 - 31 Mar 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| 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 |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73110000 - Research services
- 73112000 - Marine research services

## Release History

- 19 Jan 2021 at 22:41 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b9e861ca-3f32-4e2b-83bc-7651f7facd89

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b9e861ca-3f32-4e2b-83bc-7651f7facd89
  19th January 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk
  Marine Macrobenthic Invertebrate Sample Analysis

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