--- title: "Environment Agency - 24/7 guaranteed response Drone UAV service" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-80f78ec0-e41c-4df7-a27b-3a14699f57b5" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-80f78ec0-e41c-4df7-a27b-3a14699f57b5" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-80f78ec0-e41c-4df7-a27b-3a14699f57b5.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-80f78ec0-e41c-4df7-a27b-3a14699f57b5.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS" published: "2017-07-06" --- # Environment Agency - 24/7 guaranteed response Drone UAV service Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-80f78ec0-e41c-4df7-a27b-3a14699f57b5 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-80f78ec0-e41c-4df7-a27b-3a14699f57b5) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-80f78ec0-e41c-4df7-a27b-3a14699f57b5.json) ## Summary The Environment Agency is seeking suppliers for a 12-month contract for a guaranteed 24/7 Drone UAV service, aiming to provide rapid imagery response for both emergency and non-emergency events across England. The procurement is currently in the Tender stage, with a deadline for expressions of interest set for 14 July 2017. The contract period will commence on 1 September 2017 and conclude on 31 August 2018. This selective procurement process is classified under the services industry, specifically focusing on unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). This tender presents significant opportunities for growth for businesses proficient in UAV operations, particularly those that can meet the Civil Aviation Authority regulations. Companies offering drone services capable of swift and secure imagery acquisition will benefit, especially those with experience in environmental monitoring and emergency response. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate due to the suitability provisions in place. ## Notice 12 month contract to provide a guaranteed quick response (within 6-12 hours) drone service to the Environment Agency to any location within England. Drone service required to provide imagery for emergency and non emergency situations including but not limited to flood and environmental incident response. With a potential for more than one simultaneous location. Secure live feed and recorded video and still footage capability that can be viewed remotely essential. Commercial operators must meet CAA regulations for operating UAVs. Additional information: Any interested suppliers who are able to meet the outline criteria can express an interest by applying for full information and tender packs to Liz Jenkins, liz.jenkins@environment-agency.gov.uk by 14 July 2017. A deadline for the tenders has not yet been set. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/882e6864-3cdf-4b10-be9a-c6e1c281207d | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Selective | | Procurement method details | Negotiated procedure | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 6 Jul 2017 | | Submission deadline | 14 Jul 2017 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 31 Aug 2017 - 31 Aug 2018 | | 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 | DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS | | Locality | BRISTOL | | Post town | Bristol | | Postcode | BS1 5AH | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England | | ITL 3 | TLK51 Bristol, City of | | Local authority | Bristol, City of | | Electoral ward | Hotwells and Harbourside | | Westminster constituency | Bristol Central | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment ### Codes - 35613000 - Unmanned aerial vehicles ## Release History - 6 Jul 2017 at 14:14 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/882e6864-3cdf-4b10-be9a-c6e1c281207d - 30 Jun 2017 at 10:34 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/882e6864-3cdf-4b10-be9a-c6e1c281207d ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/882e6864-3cdf-4b10-be9a-c6e1c281207d 6th July 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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