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title: "NMBAQC Scheme"
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# NMBAQC Scheme

Buyer: ENVIRONMENT AGENCY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c1e31cf6-cf9a-463a-be4d-97d9a9c438fa

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## Summary

The Environment Agency has awarded the "NMBAQC Scheme" contract in the services category to APEM Ltd. This project falls under the CPV classification "Services furnished by business, professional and specialist organisations" and covers the South West region of the United Kingdom. The procurement process used was an open procedure above the threshold, with the tender period ending on 30th September 2024. The contract started on 11th November 2024 and will end on 30th September 2026. The total value of the contract is £250,000, with a minimum value of £238,600.

This tender creates growth opportunities for businesses specialising in marine biological analytical quality control. Companies experienced in delivering high-quality, specialised services to governmental and environmental organisations are well-suited to compete. Participation in such contracts can enhance business reputation and expand market reach, particularly for those adept at handling extensive and critical environmental projects across the UK.

## Notice

North-East Atlantic Marine Biological Analytical Quality Control (NMBAQC) Scheme

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e802516a-2529-4246-9004-34f45ab8e6a4 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 10 Dec 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Sep 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 24 Oct 2024 |
| Contract period | 11 Nov 2024 - 30 Sep 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £250,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £238,600 |
| 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 | ENVIRONMENT AGENCY |
| 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 | TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | APEM |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 98 - Other community, social and personal services

### Codes

- 98110000 - Services furnished by business, professional and specialist organisations

## Release History

- 10 Dec 2024 at 12:07 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e802516a-2529-4246-9004-34f45ab8e6a4

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e802516a-2529-4246-9004-34f45ab8e6a4
  10th December 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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