--- title: "Final effluent spot sampling vs continuous monitoring" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-ec041326-6046-4aca-9335-40a203e62207" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-ec041326-6046-4aca-9335-40a203e62207" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-ec041326-6046-4aca-9335-40a203e62207.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-ec041326-6046-4aca-9335-40a203e62207.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS" published: "2024-10-02" --- # Final effluent spot sampling vs continuous monitoring Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ec041326-6046-4aca-9335-40a203e62207 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-ec041326-6046-4aca-9335-40a203e62207) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-ec041326-6046-4aca-9335-40a203e62207.json) ## Summary The Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (DEFRA) has awarded a contract titled "Final effluent spot sampling vs continuous monitoring" under the industry category of research consultancy services. The awarded contract, valued at £29,712.5, was issued to Atkins, an SME and VCSE based in Bristol, with the contract period running from 30 September 2024 to 30 December 2024. The project is set in the United Kingdom and aims to conduct an evidence-gathering desk exercise including statistical analysis, with the findings to be summarised in a technical report. The procurement followed an open procedure (below threshold) and was initially published on 22 July 2024, with the tender period closing on 23 August 2024. This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in research and consultancy services who have experience in environmental monitoring and statistical analysis. SMEs or VCSEs that can provide innovative solutions and have the capability to conduct detailed literature reviews, policy analyses, and technical documentation are particularly well-suited for this project. The focus on understanding differences between sampling methods presents an excellent avenue for businesses looking to expand their portfolio in the environmental consultancy sector. ## Notice Final effluent spot sampling versus continuous monitoring. This project will be completed via an evidence gathering desk top exercise focused on, but not limited to, sampling data, a review of relevant literature, academic papers, policy documents, operational documents, technical documents, discussions with those undertaking final effluent Operator Self Monitoring and continuous monitoring, research and development, video/webinar presentations. Some statistical analysis will be essential to understand the differences between the two sampling methods. The information gathered will be presented and summarised in a written technical report. Sample data, graphs and statistical analysis will be included within the report. This research project will be completed over a 3 month period. Additional information: Question: Does the EA have any data sets for comparing continuous versus spot samples? Answer: The EA has spot sampling via OSM from the Water Companies, but continuous data would need to be sourced from the Water Companies. This data can be documented as anonymous if needed. Question: The bid document does not discuss working with European partners. This is then introduced as a specific question in the detailed evaluation questionnaire. Is this left over from a previous document, or are the EA expecting that European experience in this area be included with direct involvement of partners? Answer: Sorry it was left over from a previous document. Thank you for making us aware. No European experience is needed for this project. Question: The bid document requests quantifying risks and opportunities. What is the EA looking for as regards quantification? Answer: The risks of using spot sampling, continuous monitoring and potentially using both together. The same for opportunities. What are the risks of only using spot sampling for example. What are the opportunities of using continuous monitoring? How this is quantified is left open for the consultant to decide. NB: Additional questions added to attachments. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2eafade3-fa91-4aa8-9b67-d1d0f3527dbf | | Notice type | Award Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | SME | | All stages | Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 2 Oct 2024 | | Submission deadline | 23 Aug 2024 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 18 Sep 2024 | | Contract period | 29 Sep 2024 - 30 Dec 2024 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £32,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | £29,712 | | 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 | CHICHESTER | | Post town | Portsmouth | | Postcode | PO20 2AG | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex | | ITL 3 | TLJ27 West Sussex (South West) | | Local authority | Chichester | | Electoral ward | North Mundham & Tangmere | | Westminster constituency | Chichester | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 1 | | Supplier names | ATKINS | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services ### Codes - 73210000 - Research consultancy services ## Release History - 2 Oct 2024 at 11:36 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2eafade3-fa91-4aa8-9b67-d1d0f3527dbf - 7 Aug 2024 at 12:38 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/63dafc7b-7dc5-4136-b8c0-0c8c78ac0ce6 - 5 Aug 2024 at 09:33 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/63dafc7b-7dc5-4136-b8c0-0c8c78ac0ce6 - 22 Jul 2024 at 11:15 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/63dafc7b-7dc5-4136-b8c0-0c8c78ac0ce6 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2eafade3-fa91-4aa8-9b67-d1d0f3527dbf 2nd October 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/63dafc7b-7dc5-4136-b8c0-0c8c78ac0ce6 7th August 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/6c3efbff-3a05-459b-b9f0-ab05df57dc26 The Request For Quote (RFQ) - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/c88e55db-4257-49fb-a1e5-3336bcb5b382 The order form for EA standard goods and services terms and conditions - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/febb12da-e8e8-4ec9-8202-c47ef0b8fa4c Commercial response template - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/056d2b2a-e0c2-47d1-a3fa-49e425d3ccd5 Additional questions unable to add to 'Additional text' area - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/SupplierAttachment/527b92a5-426c-4260-beca-f6ad34c6768a Signed contract (mandatory) ## Notice URLs - https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/environment-agency ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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