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title: "Effectiveness of Water Treatment Processes in the Removal of EDCs"
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# Effectiveness of Water Treatment Processes in the Removal of EDCs

Buyer: DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-958fc85a-3a01-4368-8bc6-a3d866955454

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## Summary

The procurement process is initiated by the Defra Network eTendering Portal, seeking proposals for the project titled "Effectiveness of Water Treatment Processes in the Removal of EDCs." This project falls under the research services category, primarily focused on evaluating the efficacy of water treatment methods in the removal of endocrine-disrupting chemicals. The tender is currently in the active stage and will close for submissions on 6th June 2022. The associated contract period is set to commence on 20th July 2022 and conclude on 20th March 2024, with delivery addresses spanning the United Kingdom and beyond.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the environmental services and research sectors, particularly those specialising in water treatment and chemical analysis. Companies that offer innovative solutions for treating water contaminated with endocrine-disrupting chemicals would be especially well-positioned to compete. The open procurement method encourages diverse participation, making it an excellent opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) looking to expand their market reach in ecological and public health research services.

## Notice

The aim of this research project is to evaluate the efficacy of water treatment processes in the removal of endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs) bisphenol-A (BPA), 17-beta-estradiol (E2) and nonylphenol (NP), in addition to EDCs from the camphors, parabens and phthalate ester groups of chemicals (as highlighted in Annexe 1). The efficacy of treatment processes for EDCs will be achieved through sampling and analysis of raw and partially treated water. Additional information: The Tender is available via Bravo

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c43f7914-2b36-4e95-bd1a-9e15acf51b68 |
| 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 | 25 Apr 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 6 Jun 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 19 Jul 2022 - 20 Mar 2024 |
| 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
- 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

### Codes

- 73110000 - Research services
- 90733400 - Surface water treatment services

## Release History

- 25 Apr 2022 at 15:17 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c43f7914-2b36-4e95-bd1a-9e15acf51b68

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c43f7914-2b36-4e95-bd1a-9e15acf51b68
  25th April 2022 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk
  Effectiveness of Water Treatment Processes in the Removal of EDCs

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