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title: "Social Research for post-EU Exit Chemicals Regime"
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# Social Research for post-EU Exit Chemicals Regime

Buyer: DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-7a2a3713-60a6-44ec-aa93-1c228d3c2946

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## Summary

The procurement process involves the Defra Network eTendering Portal, soliciting bids for the "Social Research for post-EU Exit Chemicals Regime" project. This tender falls within the research services category under the CPV classification 73110000 and is focused on the chemicals industry in the United Kingdom. The procurement method is an open procedure, and the tender period is set to close on 14th November 2018. The contract is expected to commence on 10th December 2018 and run until 31st March 2019.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in research services, particularly those with expertise in chemicals regulation and safety. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to compete, especially those with capabilities in data collection and analysis relevant to the chemical sector. The research aims to inform the transition post-EU Exit, making it crucial for organisations prepared to support adaptations to the UK’s regulatory framework.

## Notice

Current regulation of the UK chemicals industry is largely based on EU legislation, implemented by the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA). EU regulations on the Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals (REACH) focus on identifying risks and ensuring safe management of chemicals, requiring companies to register their chemicals with ECHA before placing them on the market. EU regulations on classification, labelling and packaging, dangerous substances, prior informed consent, health and safety at work, emissions, and waste management also underpin the operations of chemicals enterprises in the UK. The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) is the UK Competent Authority (CA) for the safety of chemicals, pesticides and biocides. Depending on the outcome of EU Exit negotiations, the UK might or might not remain in alignment with REACH. If not, a UK equivalent system for registering chemicals will be put in place, run by the HSE. In this scenario, UK-based companies might need to procure the services of an Only Representative to take on their legal duties under REACH, or partner with an EU based importer who fulfils the REACH requirements. This research will consist of baseline data-collection and analysis relating to the operations of chemicals businesses before EU Exit (to be completed by the end of March 2019), and follow-up data collection and analysis at various stages post EU Exit (subject to agreement on funding). The scope of the research will be England-only, in order to facilitate production of high quality outputs within a tight timescale.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fcba8f8f-0bd0-4285-9a2a-e5d49aa19716 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Oct 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 14 Nov 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 10 Dec 2018 - 31 Mar 2019 |
| 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

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73110000 - Research services

## Release History

- 16 Oct 2018 at 14:26 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fcba8f8f-0bd0-4285-9a2a-e5d49aa19716

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fcba8f8f-0bd0-4285-9a2a-e5d49aa19716
  16th October 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk
  Link to eSourcing Portal

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