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title: "RDE461 User Research for (1) Local Air Quality Emissions Mapping Tool and (2)"
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# RDE461 User Research for (1) Local Air Quality Emissions Mapping Tool and (2)

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d6759772-8d68-490e-aa9a-b4530d895688

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## Summary

The Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (Defra) has completed a procurement process to secure user research services for the Local Air Quality Emissions Mapping Tool and associated projects. This contract falls under the "Research and development consultancy services" category (CPV: 73200000) and is intended to support local authorities in managing air quality, specifically targeting fine particulate matter (PM2.5). The contract, valued at £47,884.18, began on 9th September 2024 and will run until 17th January 2025. The procurement was conducted using a selective method via a call-off from a framework agreement.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in research and development consultancy, particularly those focused on environmental services. Companies with expertise in air quality management, data analysis, and tool development for local authorities will find this project beneficial for growth. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) are especially encouraged to participate, as the procurement process is designed to be inclusive. The awarded supplier for this contract is Ricardo-AEA Ltd, reflecting Defra's commitment to engaging with high-calibre research specialists.

## Notice

Local authorities (LAs) play a key role in managing air quality in their area and it is important they have the right tools to support them in this. There are existing LAQM tools, guidance and policies available but Defra would like to determine if additional support is needed, particularly on fine particulate matter (PM2.5), the pollutant which is most harmful to human health. Under the Environment Act 2021 two new legally binding long-term targets were set to reduce concentrations of PM2.5. The Air Quality Strategy (AQS) adds new focus on PM2.5 and sets an expectation that all LAs will take action and effectively use their powers to reduce these emissions from sources which are within their control. This will support meeting local objectives and contribute to national targets. Defra would like to determine if LAs would benefit from additional tools to support them in meeting the AQS expectations, particularly in respect to the new PM2.5 targets. We would like to focus on two areas. The first is in identifying air pollutant emissions in an LA's area and the sources of these emissions and the second is to support the consideration of air quality when creating and reviewing Local Plans

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7a786afb-bcb7-4ad5-9127-f4335751a18b |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 Sep 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 2 Sep 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 15 Sep 2024 |
| Contract period | 8 Sep 2024 - 17 Jan 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £47,884 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £47,884 |
| 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 | DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS |
| 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 |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | RICARDO-AEA |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

## Release History

- 18 Sep 2024 at 16:52 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7a786afb-bcb7-4ad5-9127-f4335751a18b

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7a786afb-bcb7-4ad5-9127-f4335751a18b
  18th September 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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