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title: "Methods to determine High Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA) filter ageing and cumulative effects of Dispersed Oil Particulate (DOP) testing on filter performance"
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# Methods to determine High Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA) filter ageing and cumulative effects of Dispersed Oil Particulate (DOP) testing on filter performance

Buyer: HEALTH & SAFETY EXECUTIVE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d6ffb4b2-f544-4239-99c3-3d244016e66e

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## Summary

The Health & Safety Executive is currently engaged in a public procurement process titled "Methods to determine High Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA) filter ageing and cumulative effects of Dispersed Oil Particulate (DOP) testing on filter performance." This tender falls under the industry category of Research and Development Services, specifically focusing on consultancy services. The procurement method used is selective, with the contract period spanning from 1st June 2020 to 31st December 2020. The tender was awarded on 28th May 2020, and the total contract value is £57,725.14. The work is primarily to be conducted in the United Kingdom and involves a phased approach to research and technology studies related to HEPA filters.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for companies offering specialised research and consultancy services, particularly those with expertise in air filtration systems and environmental engineering. Businesses that possess capabilities in technical support and research methodologies relevant to HEPA filter integrity and performance testing would be well-positioned to engage with this contract. By participating, companies can enhance their profile in a niche market and potentially secure ongoing contracts related to environmental safety and health standards.

## Notice

ONR is seeking to engage one of the Technical Support Contractors (TSC) appointed on Lot 2 of its Technical Support Framework. ONR requires a TSC who can provide technical support to the ONR research project with regard to HEPA filter ageing and degradation. The work shall be delivered through a phased approach as it is recognised that the output of each phase may result in scope changes. Phase 1 - Research review: determine development in the causes of HEPA filter ageing and degradation. Phase 2 - Research review: determine developments in HEPA filter mechanical resilience/robustness. Phase 3 - Design/technology study of in-situ testing methods of HEPA filter mechanical integrity.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9aa5458c-e9ed-4dcc-b13d-ec29bd74edc1 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 29 Jun 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 2 Mar 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 27 May 2020 |
| Contract period | 31 May 2020 - 31 Dec 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £57,725 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £57,725 |
| 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 | HEALTH & SAFETY EXECUTIVE |
| Locality | BOOTLE |
| Post town | Liverpool |
| Postcode | L20 7HS |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD7 Merseyside |
| ITL 3 | TLD73 Sefton |
| Local authority | Sefton |
| Electoral ward | Linacre |
| Westminster constituency | Bootle |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | FRAZER-NASH CONSULTANCY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 29 Jun 2020 at 11:55 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9aa5458c-e9ed-4dcc-b13d-ec29bd74edc1

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9aa5458c-e9ed-4dcc-b13d-ec29bd74edc1
  29th June 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/107431a6-445c-4ece-8432-aa2bea15de90
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/49577a18-fdf5-4b29-9495-fdd4786f8e07
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/4ca6c115-070c-4ac0-9bd8-6310096cee81
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/f112f0a8-5a1a-4dd6-acd0-ac5aeea2b7e7

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