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title: "CEFAS: Request for Quotation for Ecotoxicology and Biodegradation Studies for the Environmental Risk Assessment of Chemicals"
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# CEFAS: Request for Quotation for Ecotoxicology and Biodegradation Studies for the Environmental Risk Assessment of Chemicals

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-83c03591-2f99-4ff1-bb1b-8650ee1761d2

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## Summary

The Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs has initiated a tender process titled "CEFAS: Request for Quotation for Ecotoxicology and Biodegradation Studies for the Environmental Risk Assessment of Chemicals". This opportunity falls within the technical testing, analysis, and consultancy services industry category and is located in the South West region of the United Kingdom. The procurement method is an open procedure, and the tender period is set to close on 30 March 2017. The estimated value of the contract is £10,000, with the contract period commencing on 3 April 2017 and concluding on 31 March 2019.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in environmental consultancy, particularly those with expertise in ecotoxicology and biodegradation studies. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to apply, making this a suitable opportunity for firms looking to expand their service offerings in the environmental risk assessment domain. Businesses with capabilities in technical testing and analysis could gain a competitive edge in this procurement process, fostering growth through collaboration with a key governmental department.

## Notice

Cefas has an occasional requirement for the following studies that may be required to assess the risk of chemicals in the environment: FOR FULL DETAILS and to apply for this opportunity, download the tender package at https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/TS5D4E8NMY For queries about the tender contact procure@cefas.co.uk

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e964251c-59ea-4a71-8d5d-154ae8907b6b |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Mar 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Mar 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 2 Apr 2017 - 31 Mar 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £10,000 |
| 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 | WEYMOUTH |
| Post town | Dorchester |
| Postcode | DT4 8UB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset |
| ITL 3 | TLK64 Dorset |
| Local authority | Dorset |
| Electoral ward | Rodwell & Wyke |
| Westminster constituency | South Dorset |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71600000 - Technical testing, analysis and consultancy services

## Release History

- 20 Mar 2017 at 10:38 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e964251c-59ea-4a71-8d5d-154ae8907b6b

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e964251c-59ea-4a71-8d5d-154ae8907b6b
  20th March 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/d0796965-6535-4a88-a693-4345f1faf1bb
  RFQ - Ecotoxicology and Biodegradation Studies for the Environmental Risk Assessment of Chemicals
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/97b349f5-e90c-47ce-99d6-9c3c45d5e830
  Cefas Terms and Conditions
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/TS5D4E8NMY
  To apply, please visit the following link:

## Notice URLs

- http://www.cefas.co.uk

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