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title: "Building the evidence base for due diligence legislation"
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# Building the evidence base for due diligence legislation

Buyer: DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d9296d87-aa8d-42cb-bed2-7ef2ae766f6e

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## Summary

The procurement process, initiated by the Defra Network eTendering Portal, involved a contract awarded for “Building the evidence base for due diligence legislation.” This project falls under the environmental impact assessment services category, specifically focusing on assessments other than for construction. The tender period concluded on 28th February 2022, while the contract commenced on 1st March 2022 and is set to expire on 31st March 2022. The procedure was classified as a single tender action below threshold, with a total value of £15,637.50, and it targets delivery in the UK and British Overseas Territories.

This contractual opportunity is particularly suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) that possess expertise in environmental impact assessments. With a narrow procurement focus and a direct approach, businesses that can quickly mobilise and showcase their qualifications in due diligence processes will have a competitive advantage. The service-oriented nature of the project opens avenues for growth in the environmental consultancy sector, enabling interested parties to leverage their knowledge and build a strong portfolio in public procurement.

## Notice

This is a award of a contract for a Single Tender Action for Building the evidence base for due diligence legislation.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ad462174-711a-4925-b576-247048ce732f |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 11 Mar 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 28 Feb 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 1 Mar 2022 |
| Contract period | 1 Mar 2022 - 31 Mar 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £15,637 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £15,637 |
| 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 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 | EFECA |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

### Codes

- 90711000 - Environmental impact assessment other than for construction

## Release History

- 11 Mar 2022 at 09:53 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ad462174-711a-4925-b576-247048ce732f

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ad462174-711a-4925-b576-247048ce732f
  11th March 2022 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/d3f2cebb-1724-4a05-a263-3fb1142ddaa7
  n/a
- https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk
  Link to eSourcing Portal

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