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title: "Develop and Build Hertfordshire Chalk Numerical Groundwater Model"
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# Develop and Build Hertfordshire Chalk Numerical Groundwater Model

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-5682205e-adca-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b

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## Summary

The DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS is currently running a tender for the project titled "Develop and Build Hertfordshire Chalk Numerical Groundwater Model", aimed at creating a numerical Modflow groundwater model for the chalk aquifer in Hertfordshire and the Chilterns. This project falls under the research and development services category, with a total contract value of £80,000. The tender period concludes on 28th October 2016, with the contract anticipated to begin on 1st December 2016 and run until 31st March 2018. Interested parties are requested to register via the eTendering portal before the deadline to gain access to the tender documents expected to be released the week starting 31st October 2016.

This tender provides an excellent opportunity for businesses, particularly small to medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary community sector enterprises (VCSEs), specialising in research, engineering, and consultancy services related to environmental projects. Companies with expertise in groundwater modelling and environmental assessment would be well-suited to compete, as the project requires advanced technical knowledge and a strong understanding of regional aquifers. Engaging in this tender could facilitate partnerships and expand business operations in the environmental services industry.

## Notice

This project seeks to develop and build a numerical Modflow groundwater model for the chalk aquifer of Hertfordshire and the Chilterns from existing groundwater models in the area. Additional information: If you are interested in this opportunity, please register your interest via our eTendering portal: www.defra.bravosolution.co.uk by Friday 28th October 2016. We anticipate the tender documents will be issued in week commencing 31st October 2016 and tender return date 2 weeks from date of issue.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/02e7cbfc-1904-4cf6-9440-fc9ae4887a81 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 Nov 2016 |
| Submission deadline | 28 Oct 2016 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Dec 2016 - 31 Mar 2018 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £80,000 |
| 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 | DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS |
| Locality | READING |
| Post town | Reading |
| Postcode | RG1 8DQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLJ16 Berkshire West |
| Local authority | Reading |
| Electoral ward | Thames |
| Westminster constituency | Reading Central |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 71000000 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 18 Nov 2016 at 20:17 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/02e7cbfc-1904-4cf6-9440-fc9ae4887a81

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/02e7cbfc-1904-4cf6-9440-fc9ae4887a81
  20th October 2016 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

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