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title: "Assessing the Impact of Asian Hornet"
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# Assessing the Impact of Asian Hornet

Buyer: DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ff60e4a1-e250-4e69-bc47-eb1d6b0e48fc

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## Summary

The contracting authority, Defra Network eTendering Portal, is currently engaged in a procurement process titled "Assessing the Impact of Asian Hornet." This project, classified under research services, aims to evaluate the impact of the Asian hornet, gather necessary data from stakeholders, and review control methods. The contract, valued at £64,994, is fixed with a start date of 26 February 2019 and will conclude on 31 August 2019. This procurement was initiated through a direct tender method, specifically a single tender action, which is applicable for actions below the procurement threshold. The delivery address for this project is located in Exeter, South West, United Kingdom.

This tender presents opportunities for businesses specialising in research services, particularly those with expertise in ecological studies and pest management. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprise (VCSE) organisations are encouraged to explore this opportunity, as it aligns with their capabilities and offers potential for growth in the public sector. Engaging in this project could lead to further collaboration with Defra and enhance the participating businesses' visibility in environmental research initiatives.

## Notice

This project will aim to 1. define the approach(es) to be used for assessing the impact and the information needed. 2. gather the information required, for example from interviews with selected stakeholders and or experimental analyses. 3. carry out a review of control methods including those used to manage established populations of Asian hornet. 4. prepare a final report for discussions and agreement with end users 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/7976b08d-1078-4040-ab8f-a65c3aefff7f |
| 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 | 27 Jun 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 25 Jan 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 26 Feb 2019 |
| Contract period | 26 Feb 2019 - 31 Aug 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £64,994 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £64,994 |
| 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 | TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73110000 - Research services

## Release History

- 27 Jun 2019 at 20:43 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7976b08d-1078-4040-ab8f-a65c3aefff7f
- 27 Jun 2019 at 20:42 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7976b08d-1078-4040-ab8f-a65c3aefff7f
- 26 Jun 2019 at 13:51 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7976b08d-1078-4040-ab8f-a65c3aefff7f

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7976b08d-1078-4040-ab8f-a65c3aefff7f
  27th June 2019 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/f58f48c5-faaf-4979-8fa1-36ccc6e28c16
  n/a
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/f60c8ac1-7b35-4ca4-b466-35a53ef1ab35
  n/a

## Notice URLs

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

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