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title: "Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals - Parabens Data Collection"
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# Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals - Parabens Data Collection

Buyer: DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-48c3976f-b547-4d0d-83c0-f315d90fe6b3

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals - Parabens Data Collection" is being conducted by the Defra Network eTendering Portal, based in London, England. This active tender aims to gather critical data on the use and environmental presence of parabens, substances known to disrupt the endocrine system, and falls under the research and development services industry category (CPV code: 73000000). The tender is currently in the open stage, using an open procedure below the threshold, with submissions due by 26 November 2019. The contract period is set to commence on 2 January 2020 and conclude on 31 March 2020, covering services relevant to the study of endocrine disrupting chemicals across the UK and beyond.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses engaged in environmental consulting, chemical research, and related scientific services, particularly those with expertise in endocrine disruptors and chemical safety. Both small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) as well as voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate, allowing for a diverse range of applicants. Companies capable of contributing reliable data on chemical use and environmental impact are especially well-suited to compete in this process, providing a chance to grow their business within the evolving field of environmental risk management.

## Notice

Endocrine disrupting chemicals (EDCs) are a diverse group of substances that can alter the function of the endocrine system and consequently cause adverse effects in people and wildlife. The Environment Agency wishes to gather up-to-date information on the use and environmental presence of known and suspected EDCs in the UK, so that risk management can be targeted in the most effective way. Parabens are esters of para-hydroxybenzoic acid (also known as 4-hydroxybenzoic acid) and several substances within this chemical group have been identified as endocrine disrupters by some organisations. Several are registered under the REACH Regulation, with uses in cosmetics, personal care products, fragrances, adhesives and sealants. The objective of this project is to collect publicly available information about the level of chemical supply, use and environmental exposure of parabens with a focus on the UK.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9ecf8c56-fc7d-493d-a890-ecb6c18c7bf8 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 6 Nov 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 26 Nov 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 2 Jan 2020 - 31 Mar 2020 |
| 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 3JP |
| 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

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 6 Nov 2019 at 14:26 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9ecf8c56-fc7d-493d-a890-ecb6c18c7bf8

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9ecf8c56-fc7d-493d-a890-ecb6c18c7bf8
  6th November 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk

## Provenance

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