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title: "RDE635 Brown marmorated stink bug (Halyomorpha halys) surveillance in the UK"
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# RDE635 Brown marmorated stink bug (Halyomorpha halys) surveillance in the UK

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-46d0f908-2e0e-4ed3-97f9-9b8fd9839a82

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## Summary

The Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (Defra) has awarded a contract for the project titled "RDE635 Brown marmorated stink bug (Halyomorpha halys) surveillance in the UK" to NIAB. This project falls under the industry category of Research and Development Consultancy Services (CPV code: 73200000). The contract involves active and passive surveillance of the BMSB in various high-risk locations within the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom. The procurement stage is complete, and the contract period spans from 24 July 2024 to 31 March 2025. This selective procurement process was conducted as a call-off from a framework agreement with a total contract value of £29,813 GBP. The notable dates include the award on 24 July 2024 and the contract's completion deadline of 31 March 2025.

This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses specialising in entomological research, public health surveillance, and targeted communications. Companies with expertise in environmental consultancy, pest control, and public engagement are well-suited to compete. Additionally, the selective procurement method indicates that pre-qualified suppliers with relevant framework agreements had the advantage, making it an excellent growth opportunity for SMEs and VCSEs aiming to expand their portfolios within government contracts. The project’s focus on surveillance and public awareness raises the potential for long-term partnerships in environmental and biosecurity services.

## Notice

Improve knowledge and understanding of BMSB incursion, establishment and geographical distribution in the UK, and raise awareness among members of the public through targeted communications at high risk sites. Requirement and scope: * Active and passive surveillance for BMSB incursions in UK, including targeted surveillance at high risk sites. * Development and dissemination of targeted communications to raise awareness in areas at high risk of incursion (e.g. motorhome storage sites). * Public reporting of sightings through appropriate channels * End of project report to Defra

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/49be1022-eb63-4a21-842f-2eaddaa1c29d |
| 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 | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 31 Jul 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 17 Jul 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 23 Jul 2024 |
| Contract period | 23 Jul 2024 - 31 Mar 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £29,813 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £29,813 |
| 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 | NIAB |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

## Release History

- 31 Jul 2024 at 18:17 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/49be1022-eb63-4a21-842f-2eaddaa1c29d

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/49be1022-eb63-4a21-842f-2eaddaa1c29d
  31st July 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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