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title: "Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals - Parabens Data Collection"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-673a04cc-a706-43ec-aede-96864825f5ff"
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# Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals - Parabens Data Collection

Buyer: DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-673a04cc-a706-43ec-aede-96864825f5ff

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals - Parabens Data Collection" is being conducted by the Defra Network eTendering Portal. This tender falls under the category of research and development services and is classified as an open procedure, allowing for broad participation. The tender period is set to conclude on 26th November 2019, with the anticipated contract period starting on 2nd January 2020 and lasting until 31st March 2020. The engaged activity is based in the United Kingdom, focusing on the environmental monitoring of endocrine-disrupting chemicals, specifically parabens.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in environmental consultancy, scientific research, and data analysis, particularly small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary and community sector enterprises (VCSEs). Companies with expertise in chemical safety, environmental sciences, or market research will find this a fitting opportunity to contribute to the gathering and analysis of crucial data, aiding risk management in public health and environmental protection.

## 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/b544bb57-1564-47ca-b1fe-6c4c879c55ca |
| 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 | Cancelled |
| 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 14:23 - TenderCancellation - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b544bb57-1564-47ca-b1fe-6c4c879c55ca
- 5 Nov 2019 at 11:47 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ccce7bf5-cd8b-446e-874b-76852f615572

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b544bb57-1564-47ca-b1fe-6c4c879c55ca
  6th November 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ccce7bf5-cd8b-446e-874b-76852f615572
  5th November 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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