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title: "RDE755 - Assessment of VOCs in an urban background atmosphere: Observations from London, UK"
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# RDE755 - Assessment of VOCs in an urban background atmosphere: Observations from London, UK

Buyer: ENVIRONMENT AGENCY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-5d4b0ca2-b790-43b1-b7e1-08c47f616654

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## Summary

The Environment Agency has completed a procurement process titled "RDE755 - Assessment of VOCs in an urban background atmosphere: Observations from London, UK," under the industry category of research and development consultancy services. This procurement, executed as a selective process through a call-off from a framework agreement, involved gathering data and research findings on Oxygenated and Non-oxygenated Hydrocarbons throughout 2025. The contract, valued at £49,488.08, began on 20 January 2025 and will conclude on 31 December 2025. Key participants include the buyer, the Environment Agency, located in London, UK, and the supplier, Ricardo-AEA Ltd, based in Oxfordshire. The tender was in the award stage as of 27 January 2025.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in environmental research and development consultancy services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly well-suited to compete, given their capacity for specialised research capabilities. Being involved in such projects can enhance a company's portfolio, offer exposure to high-viz public sector projects, and provide a stable revenue stream over the contract period. Businesses engaged in environmental sciences, air quality analysis, and related consultancy services will find this tender particularly aligned with their expertise and service offerings.

## Notice

During 2025 - provide data and research findings on Oxygenated and Non-oxygenated Hydrocarbons

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c7d9b831-234a-47f1-8573-652a830f58a0 |
| 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 | 27 Jan 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 13 Jan 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 22 Jan 2025 |
| Contract period | 20 Jan 2025 - 31 Dec 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £49,488 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £49,488 |
| 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 | ENVIRONMENT AGENCY |
| 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 | RICARDO-AEA |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

## Release History

- 27 Jan 2025 at 15:04 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c7d9b831-234a-47f1-8573-652a830f58a0

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c7d9b831-234a-47f1-8573-652a830f58a0
  27th January 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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