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title: "Multiparameter Sondes for Fresh Water Monitoring"
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# Multiparameter Sondes for Fresh Water Monitoring

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF EXETER  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-028a3b

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## Summary

The University of Exeter has completed the procurement process for the "Multiparameter Sondes for Fresh Water Monitoring" project, which falls under the goods category within the environmental sector. This contract, aimed at enhancing water quality monitoring for the Upstream Thinking project managed by South West Water, was actively tendered. Initial submissions for bids concluded on 15 February 2021, with the contract signing taking place on 18 March 2021. The project focuses on assessing water quality at catchment scales, particularly in streams and reservoirs across the UK, and includes an investment of approximately £336,922.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in environmental monitoring technologies, especially those supplying water quality instruments, marine equipment, or related agricultural products. Companies with expertise in developing advanced sensors, data logging, and environmental monitoring solutions would be well-positioned to engage in future procurement initiatives aligned with similar projects. Businesses aiming to supply the necessary hardware and support for these initiatives can leverage this opportunity for growth and innovation within the sustainability sector.

## Notice

We are looking to purchase water quality monitoring equipment for the Upstream Thinking project, funded by South West Water. The project aims at understanding the impact of catchment interventions on water quality at catchment scale in both streams and reservoirs. The equipment will be deployed to give us an understanding of (1) turbidity and DOC issues in streams, and (2) algae blooms in reservoirs. In each environment, we seek to deploy a number of sondes (i.e. up to 28 in total). The equipment will be deployed for a period of time and accessed periodically. It will need to include appropriate biofouling prevention, data logging and power capacity. The data download needs to be similar for all sensors, and all cables and/or hardware must be provided.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

We are looking to purchase water quality monitoring equipment for the Upstream Thinking project, funded by South West Water. The project aims at understanding the impact of catchment interventions on water quality at catchment scale in both streams and reservoirs. The equipment will be deployed to give us an understanding of (1) turbidity and DOC issues in streams, and (2) algae blooms in reservoirs. In each environment, we seek to deploy a number of sondes (i.e. up to 28 in total) comprising the following combinations of parameters: Sonde A: o pH o Conductivity/temperature o Dissolved Oxygen o Turbidity Sonde B: o pH o Conductivity/temperature o Turbidity o fDOM Sonde C: o Turbidity o Dissolved Oxygen o Conductivity/temperature o Chlorophyll a o Phycocyanin The equipment will be deployed for a period of time and accessed periodically. It will need to include appropriate biofouling prevention, data logging and power capacity. The data download needs to be similar for all sensors, and all cables and/or hardware must be provided.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/007877-2021 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 15 Apr 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 15 Feb 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 18 Mar 2021 |
| Contract period | 15 Mar 2021 - 14 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £337,000 |
| Lots value | £337,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £336,922 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF EXETER |
| Locality | EXETER |
| Post town | Exeter |
| Postcode | EX4 4QH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK4 Devon |
| ITL 3 | TLK43 Devon CC |
| Local authority | Exeter |
| Electoral ward | Duryard and St James |
| Westminster constituency | Exeter |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | AQUAREAD |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 03 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products
- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products
- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation
- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

### Codes

- 03000000 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products
- 33141641 - Probes
- 34930000 - Marine equipment
- 38400000 - Instruments for checking physical characteristics

## Release History

- 15 Apr 2021 at 09:36 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/007877-2021
- 14 Jan 2021 at 11:04 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000743-2021

## Notice URLs

- http://www.exeter.ac.uk
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=35881&B=EXETER
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/ctm/Company/CompanyInformation/Index/53042

## Provenance

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