--- title: "WEEE - How to introduce a system of eco-modulation of producers financial obligations under revised WEEE Regulations" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-d4f8b652-306a-4e53-8621-4945166f02f3" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-d4f8b652-306a-4e53-8621-4945166f02f3" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-d4f8b652-306a-4e53-8621-4945166f02f3.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-d4f8b652-306a-4e53-8621-4945166f02f3.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL" published: "2021-11-25" --- # WEEE - How to introduce a system of eco-modulation of producers financial obligations under revised WEEE Regulations Buyer: DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d4f8b652-306a-4e53-8621-4945166f02f3 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-d4f8b652-306a-4e53-8621-4945166f02f3) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-d4f8b652-306a-4e53-8621-4945166f02f3.json) ## Summary The Defra Network eTendering Portal is currently managing a tender titled "WEEE - How to introduce a system of eco-modulation of producers financial obligations under revised WEEE Regulations," published on 25 November 2021. This procurement falls under the category of research and experimental development services and is taking place in London, United Kingdom. The procurement method is an open procedure, and the deadline for submission of tenders is set for 14 December 2021. The contract period will commence on 4 January 2022 and conclude by 31 March 2022. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses focused on research and sustainable development practices, particularly those involved in eco-design and circular economy initiatives. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) can leverage their expertise in environmental impact assessment and product lifecycle management to compete effectively. By participating in this tender, businesses can contribute to the UK’s regulatory evolution in waste management, while expanding their influence and capabilities in the growing market of eco-friendly products and services. ## Notice Aim Research to explore how a system of "eco-modulation" of producers' financial obligations could be successfully designed and implemented in the UK to the new Waste Electricals and Electronic Equipment) WEEE regulatory system. Eco modulation of Extended Producer Responsibility EPR) obligations is viewed as important to foster waste prevention and circular economy for Electrical and Electronic Equipment (EEE). Eco modulation within an EPR scheme Encouraging eco-design and a whole lifecycle approach to design of products is a key part of achieving a more resource efficient and circular economy where products are built to be more durable, repairable, and recyclable and thus able to be kept in use for longer. Reducing electronic waste can help cut carbon emissions and other environmental impacts, for example on nature through extractive processes, as well as helping to safeguard critical stocks of the Earth's natural resources. The resource extraction for, and manufacturing of, electronic products such as mobile phones contribute to more than 50% of their total lifetime CO2 emissions. In the UK, we have eco-design legislation in place to ensure that energy-related products are designed to meet certain minimum energy and resource efficiency criteria. Several new Eco-design regulations have come into force in 2021, collectively known as the 'November Package'. These include measures relating to resource efficiency such as availability of spare parts and information for repairers, signalling the direction of travel for future eco-design regulations. Following 1 January 2021, BEIS has taken on responsibility for determining the policy agenda for energy-related products including Eco-design with Defra's support on resource efficiency. As announced in the Prime Minister's Ten Point Plan for a Green Industrial Revolutions an energy-related products policy framework will be published this year which will set out how government will push products to use less energy, resources, and materials, saving carbon and helping households and businesses to reduce their energy bills with minimum effort. The November Package includes horizontal measures relating to the provision of access to spare parts and repair and maintenance information across several product groups including white goods, such as washing machines and fridges, and display equipment. Eco-modulation of fees is one approach that can be used in EPR regimes to support better eco-design of products. Under a modulated fee approach, the fees paid by the producer will vary according to specific criteria relating to aspects of their products' environmental performance. The fundamental principle is that the more 'environmentally-friendly' products are charged at a lower rate than those that are less 'environmentally friendly' to incentivise eco-design. Eco modulation is intended to incentive Design for Environment (DfE) and reduce End-of-Life (EoL) costs. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/187182a2-e8cb-4090-85b9-2d627f6799fb | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 25 Nov 2021 | | Submission deadline | 14 Dec 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 4 Jan 2022 - 31 Mar 2022 | | 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 | TLI London | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services ### Codes - 73100000 - Research and experimental development services ## Release History - 25 Nov 2021 at 19:27 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/187182a2-e8cb-4090-85b9-2d627f6799fb ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/187182a2-e8cb-4090-85b9-2d627f6799fb 25th November 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/6df80172-f174-45ba-b4bb-e5749312acb8 n/a - https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk Link to eSourcing Portal ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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