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title: "Viruses in Groundwater Research Project"
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# Viruses in Groundwater Research Project

Buyer: DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-72cc194a-b12b-46d7-878f-67b42438dc44

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## Summary

The "Viruses in Groundwater Research Project" is being procured by the Defra Network eTendering Portal, focusing on the drinking water industry in England and Wales. The current stage of the procurement process is the tender phase, which is open and has a deadline for submissions set for 9th February 2018. The contract period is expected to commence on 5th March 2018 and conclude on 5th May 2020, encompassing services related to groundwater pollution monitoring and research laboratory services.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses involved in environmental research and monitoring services, particularly those specialising in groundwater and water safety assessments. Companies that can offer innovative solutions or technologies for monitoring groundwater contamination, as well as those experienced in conducting research in compliance with environmental regulations, would be well-positioned to compete. Engaging in this contract could aid in establishing valuable relationships with government bodies and enhance a firm's portfolio in the public sector.

## Notice

The aim of this research project is to establish whether there is a potential risk of contamination of groundwater, abstracted for human consumption in England and Wales, by viruses emanating from sewage or other pollution sources. 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/afb0afe7-9469-4972-8d48-de91bb5bd28d |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 Jan 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 9 Feb 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 5 Mar 2018 - 5 May 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 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 |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 41 - Collected and purified water
- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
- 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

### Codes

- 41110000 - Drinking water
- 73110000 - Research services
- 73111000 - Research laboratory services
- 90733700 - Groundwater pollution monitoring or control services

## Release History

- 12 Jan 2018 at 11:05 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/afb0afe7-9469-4972-8d48-de91bb5bd28d

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/afb0afe7-9469-4972-8d48-de91bb5bd28d
  12th January 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk
  Link to eSourcing Portal

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