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title: "Impact of Phosphorus reduction on river ecology"
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# Impact of Phosphorus reduction on river ecology

Buyer: ENVIRONMENT AGENCY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e65af2bd-2426-41dc-ba38-948f454c1aac

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## Summary

The Environment Agency has completed a public procurement process for a contract titled "Impact of Phosphorus reduction on river ecology" within the industry category of Research and development services and related consultancy services (CPV code 73000000). The project involves the assessment of phosphorus reduction from sewage treatment works on river ecology, including detailed statistical and spatial analysis of data. The contract, valued at £48,010 GBP, was directly awarded to the University of Stirling through a single tender action due to the specialised nature of the skills required. The contract period spans from 1st August 2024 to 28th February 2025, covering several locations including the British Oversea Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom. The award was published on 11th September 2024 after the award decision date on 26th July 2024, with the tender period ending on 22nd July 2024.

This tender presents significant opportunities for growth, particularly for businesses involved in environmental research and consultancy. Firms with expertise in ecological impact analysis, data interpretation, and the development of environmental management strategies would find this procurement relevant. Although the specific requirements necessitated a direct award, the demand for such specialised services could open avenues for similar future projects. Engaging in such tenders can enhance a business's portfolio, foster collaborations with governmental agencies, and potentially lead to further opportunities in environmental and ecological research and consultancy sectors.

## Notice

This contract is for the completion of a research project that will assess the impact of phosphorus reduction from sewage treatment works on river ecology. This will include detailed statistical/spatial analysis of EA monitoring data. The supplier will produce deliverables including data outputs files, computer code, a report detailing the findings of the research, and a seminar presenting findings to EA staff. It is important that the EA has a robust understanding of the impacts of mitigation measures on receiving waters, in order to justify future investment, to ensure money is being spent where it is most effective. The EA will also benefit from an improved understanding of the nutrient/ecology relationship and the suitability of existing water quality standards. This research project requires an external supplier and single tender action due to a lack of the required skills in-house, and the specific professional expertise and knowledge needed to undertake the analysis and interpretation of findings.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/00492d71-332e-4048-8510-dd5eb6d7214c |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 11 Sep 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Jul 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 25 Jul 2024 |
| Contract period | 31 Jul 2024 - 28 Feb 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £48,010 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £48,010 |
| 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 | YORK |
| Post town | York |
| Postcode | YO1 7PX |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE2 North Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE21 York |
| Local authority | York |
| Electoral ward | Guildhall |
| Westminster constituency | York Central |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | UNIVERSITY OF STIRLING |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 11 Sep 2024 at 10:48 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/00492d71-332e-4048-8510-dd5eb6d7214c

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/00492d71-332e-4048-8510-dd5eb6d7214c
  11th September 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/e7568495-e1e6-41f5-83ae-435ed8036ffd
  SC240019 - P Reduction - RD Order Form Final_Redacted

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