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title: "GOA-ON Hub and Logistics, Advice and Participation at the UNFCC COP25"
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# GOA-ON Hub and Logistics, Advice and Participation at the UNFCC COP25

Buyer: DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-eaa54cf5-b853-4504-8161-3a2df600af77

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## Summary

The procurement process, initiated by the Defra Network eTendering Portal, centres around the tender titled "GOA-ON Hub and Logistics, Advice and Participation at the UNFCC COP25," specifically focusing on research and development services. This procurement, valued at £74,981, is located in London, England, and falls under the 'services' industry category. The procurement method employed is a direct approach with a single tender action below the threshold. The tender period concluded on 31 October 2019, while the contract period ran from 1 November 2019 to 31 March 2020. The award for this contract was announced on 9 March 2020, with the details published shortly thereafter, on 13 March 2020.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, especially small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) that are engaged in consultancy and research services relevant to climate change. Firms with expertise in marine activities, logistical support for international events, or those capable of facilitating high-level participation in global discussions will find this procurement particularly well-suited for their services. Participation in this contract empowers businesses to enhance their visibility and contributes to significant climate change initiatives, enabling them to grow and expand their market presence.

## Notice

The United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change Conference of the Parties (UNFCCC COP) is the key intergovernmental means of negotiating nations' steps for climate mitigation and adaptation. The ocean is becoming increasing part of the agenda since the inclusion of the ocean in the COP. It is important that Defra participates in ocean activities at the UNFCCC. The next COP(25) will be on 2-14 December 2019 and will be another crucial event for intergovernmental negotiations on future greenhouse gas emissions on the lead up to the 5 year review of National Determined Contributions at the COP26 in 2020. Defra will participate in COP25 and draw on the contracotr's expertise in the holding of ocean side events and ensuring high-level participation, collaboration and visibility at this key international policy event. Additional information: Please note that Defra procurement uses an E-tendering system for Procurement activities. This is currently provided by Bravo Solutions. To access appropriate tendering and contractual documents, please access the E-Tendering portal at https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk, ensuring that your registration includes "Defra". If you have any problems with this system, please contact Bravo on their telephone helpline number 0800 368 4850 or by emailing them at help@bravosolution.co.uk.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4544db5c-271b-4bd5-95c1-7cb937ab7271 |
| 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 | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 Mar 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 31 Oct 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 9 Mar 2020 |
| Contract period | 1 Nov 2019 - 31 Mar 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £74,981 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £74,981 |
| 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 | PLYMOUTH MARINE LABORATORY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 13 Mar 2020 at 12:57 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4544db5c-271b-4bd5-95c1-7cb937ab7271

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4544db5c-271b-4bd5-95c1-7cb937ab7271
  13th March 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/f175550b-9389-48fe-995c-40c84d24532e
  n/a

## Notice URLs

- https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk

## Provenance

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