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title: "Pilot study to develop techniques for assessment of the presence of microplastics in UK wastewater effluent streams"
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# Pilot study to develop techniques for assessment of the presence of microplastics in UK wastewater effluent streams

Buyer: DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-4d98a0ea-478b-4778-accd-c0e3f06ab030

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## Summary

The procurement process involves a pilot study aimed at developing techniques for assessing the presence of microplastics in UK wastewater effluent streams. The contracting authority is the Defra Network eTendering Portal, based in London. This contract, classified under research services (CPV code 73110000) and environmental services (CPV code 90700000), has a total value of £24,953. The contract period commenced on 1st February 2018 and is set to conclude on 31st May 2018. Notably, this procurement was executed through a limited method, with the award announced on 1st February 2018, following the tender period which ended on 1st January 2018.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for companies specialising in environmental research services and microplastic analysis, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs). Businesses with expertise in wastewater management, environmental consulting, or innovative research methodologies would be well-suited to engage in this contract. The focus on environmental impact underscores the increasing demand for sustainable practices, thereby paving the way for growth in this sector.

## Notice

Pilot study to develop techniques for assessment of the presence of microplastics in UK wastewater effluent streams 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/c3f72ac7-7c43-413a-8f6a-a2cc9d1f7d2d |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Award of contract without prior publication of a contract notice |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 29 Mar 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Jan 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 1 Feb 2018 |
| Contract period | 1 Feb 2018 - 31 May 2018 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £24,953 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £24,953 |
| 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 | CENTRE FOR ECOLOGY & HYDROLOGY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
- 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

### Codes

- 73110000 - Research services
- 90700000 - Environmental services

## Release History

- 29 Mar 2018 at 10:51 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c3f72ac7-7c43-413a-8f6a-a2cc9d1f7d2d

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c3f72ac7-7c43-413a-8f6a-a2cc9d1f7d2d
  29th March 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

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

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