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title: "RDE756 Identifying the differences between OECD artificial sediments/soils"
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# RDE756 Identifying the differences between OECD artificial sediments/soils

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f9a0e838-517e-4df5-b10a-cb633314e43c

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## Summary

This procurement process, managed by the Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (Defra), is titled "RDE756 Identifying the differences between OECD artificial sediments/soils" and falls under the "Research and development consultancy services" industry category (CPV code: 73200000). The procurement is in the Award stage as of 17 January 2025. The contract was awarded to the University of Plymouth and involves a comprehensive scientific literature review focusing on sediment contamination and ecotoxicology testing. The contract, valued at £49,900, will run from 17 January 2025 to 8 April 2025, with delivery to locations including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom. Potential suppliers were selected through a call-off from a framework agreement using a selective procurement method, with the tender period having ended on 10 January 2025.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specializing in environmental research, particularly those offering expert consultancy services in ecotoxicology and sediment analysis. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly encouraged, given the suitability criteria outlined. This project involves generating valuable scientific insights that could lead to recommendations on enhanced testing methodologies and identifying areas for further research, thereby contributing to business growth in the environmental science sector.

## Notice

Scientific literature review which summarises existing knowledge, key challenges, and gaps in sediment contamination, ecotoxicology testing, and key associated research. Comparative analysis will evaluate the strengths and limitations of different testing protocols. Recommendations will include proposing enhancements to existing testing methodologies and highlighting areas for further research.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/49fe14d1-9010-468b-a3ab-9eb324f45d79 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Jan 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 10 Jan 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 15 Jan 2025 |
| Contract period | 17 Jan 2025 - 8 Apr 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £49,900 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £49,900 |
| 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 | 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 | UNIVERSITY OF PLYMOUTH |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

## Release History

- 17 Jan 2025 at 13:35 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/49fe14d1-9010-468b-a3ab-9eb324f45d79

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/49fe14d1-9010-468b-a3ab-9eb324f45d79
  17th January 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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