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title: "RDE650 A rapid review of evidence and data of the impacts and risks on animal and human health from land and water contaminated by metals from English and Welsh abandoned metal mines."
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# RDE650 A rapid review of evidence and data of the impacts and risks on animal and human health from land and water contaminated by metals from English and Welsh abandoned metal mines.

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-7966e29e-34df-4eda-a51c-b53281317962

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## Summary

The Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (DEFRA) has completed a procurement process titled "RDE650 A rapid review of evidence and data of the impacts and risks on animal and human health from land and water contaminated by metals from English and Welsh abandoned metal mines." The procurement falls under the industry category of Research and development consultancy services (CPV code 73200000). The project is to be carried out primarily in the United Kingdom and associated regions including British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isla of Man, and the Rest of the World. The procurement method used was selective, specifically through a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender period ended on 1 October 2024, with the contract period running from 8 October 2024 to 31 March 2025, valued at GBP 114,250. The procurement has now reached the award stage, with the supplier being the University of Nottingham.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in environmental research and consultancy, particularly those focusing on the impacts of heavy metals on health and the environment. Businesses with expertise in data collation, synthesis, and assessment stand to benefit significantly from participating in such tenders. Both SMEs and VCSEs are deemed suitable, highlighting an inclusive approach to procurement that encourages diversity of suppliers. The chosen procurement method ensures that only qualified suppliers with a proven track record are selected, ensuring high standards and reliability in the project outcomes.

## Notice

Collation, synthesis, assessment and reporting of government held data, and published and unpublished information of reports of the the health impacts and risks to humans, wildlife and the environment due to heavy metals discharged from abandoned metal mines to ground and surface waters and local soil environment in England and Wales

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/abcda6de-ac7f-4fd5-b145-1caa6c562b5c |
| 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 | 10 Mar 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Oct 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 7 Oct 2024 |
| Contract period | 7 Oct 2024 - 31 Mar 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £114,250 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £114,250 |
| 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 | DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS |
| 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 | UNIVERSITY OF NOTTINGHAM |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

## Release History

- 10 Mar 2025 at 10:44 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/abcda6de-ac7f-4fd5-b145-1caa6c562b5c

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/abcda6de-ac7f-4fd5-b145-1caa6c562b5c
  10th March 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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