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title: "Extended Producer Responsibility Research"
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# Extended Producer Responsibility Research

Buyer: DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-98947b16-cef1-4eb7-bc25-9c43cf457185

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "Extended Producer Responsibility Research" was initiated by the Defra Network eTendering Portal, aiming to explore logistics for producer responsibility in packaging. This project falls under the research and development services industry and was published on 11th January 2019. The tender period concluded on 12th February 2019, with a total contract value of £87,424. The contract is set to commence on 29th March 2019 and will run until 9th September 2019. The procurement method used was an open procedure below threshold, allowing for broad participation.

This research opportunity presents significant growth potential for businesses in the research and consultancy sectors, particularly those focusing on environmental services and sustainability. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) would be well-suited to compete, particularly if they specialise in environmental research methodologies or innovative waste management solutions. Engaging in this project could enhance their visibility and credibility within the public sector.

## Notice

The proposed procurement is for a novel piece of research will inform the design, in the latter half of 2019, of a policy of Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR). It will explore the logistics of two possible approaches to making producers more responsible for the packaging they place on the market. Specifically the two operating models are a refundable deposit system, and the charging of 'Placed-on-Market' fees by a single Producer Responsibility Organisation. Additional information: Please note that Defra procurement uses an E-tendering system for Procurement activities. This is currently provided by Bravo Solutions. To access appropriate tendering and contractual documents, please access the E-Tendering portal at https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk", ensuring that your registration includes "Defra". If you have any problems with this system, please contact Bravo on their telephone helpline number 0800 368 4850 or by emailing them at help@bravosolution.co.uk.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7e968944-012f-4392-803d-4f664bc96e8c |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Apr 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 12 Feb 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 29 Mar 2019 |
| Contract period | 29 Mar 2019 - 9 Sep 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £87,424 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £87,424 |
| 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 | DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1P 3RJ |
| 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 | EUNOMIA |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
- 73110000 - Research services
- 73210000 - Research consultancy services

## Release History

- 5 Apr 2019 at 06:37 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7e968944-012f-4392-803d-4f664bc96e8c
- 11 Jan 2019 at 10:06 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a195a368-d1a2-4ceb-927c-07beb4300f6e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7e968944-012f-4392-803d-4f664bc96e8c
  5th April 2019 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a195a368-d1a2-4ceb-927c-07beb4300f6e
  11th January 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk
  Link to eSourcing Portal
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/f18e489a-bcb4-4bbf-8d4a-136518a4e891
  n/a

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