---
title: "Water Sample Analysis"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-056a35"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL"
published: "2026-03-09"
---

# Water Sample Analysis

Buyer: NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-056a35

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## Summary

Norfolk County Council has completed the award of a contract titled "Water Sample Analysis" in the industry category of laboratory services linked to water pollution. This contract, valued at £549,995.71 gross, encompasses testing the water quality of groundwaters, surface waters, and landfill leachates around landfill sites for which the Council holds responsibility. The procurement process was conducted through an open procedure under section 20(1) and (2)(a) of the Procurement Act 2023. The contract became active on 1st December 2025 and is set to run until 30th November 2028, with a possible extension for up to 24 months at the discretion of Norfolk County Council.

This tender provides substantial growth opportunities particularly for businesses specialising in laboratory services, water pollution assessment, and water-treatment works. The contract was awarded to Envirolab Limited, an SME located in Helsby, indicating the suitability for small to medium-sized enterprises with expertise in detailed chemical analysis of water samples. The procurement method utilised ensures transparency and open competition, conducive for businesses seeking to expand their footprint in public sector work, especially those willing to explore subcontracting opportunities for services beyond their immediate capacity.

## Notice

This contract details notice is for the award of a public contract procured through an open procedure in accordance with section 20(1) and (2)(a) of the PA 2023. Norfolk County Council is required to test the water quality of groundwaters, surface waters and landfill leachates in and around landfill sites for which it is responsible. The sampling is carried out by Norfolk County Council officers in accordance with a predetermined schedule. The Council has appointed a contractor to provide the testing services.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: The Contract may be extended by up to 24 months at the Council's discretion.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020871-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Planning, Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 9 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Sep 2025 |
| Future notice date | 5 Sep 2025 |
| Award date | 1 Dec 2025 |
| Contract period | 1 Dec 2025 - 30 Nov 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £500,000 |
| Lots value | £500,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £458,329 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | NORWICH |
| Post town | Norwich |
| Postcode | NR1 2DH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH5 Norfolk |
| ITL 3 | TLH51 Norwich and East Norfolk |
| Local authority | Norwich |
| Electoral ward | Lakenham |
| Westminster constituency | Norwich South |
| Delivery location | TLH15 Norwich and East Norfolk, TLH16 North and West Norfolk, TLH17 Breckland and South Norfolk |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

### Codes

- 45232430 - Water-treatment work
- 71900000 - Laboratory services
- 90733000 - Services related to water pollution

## Release History

- 9 Mar 2026 at 12:40 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020871-2026
- 5 Sep 2025 at 09:53 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054185-2025
- 31 Jul 2025 at 13:01 - Planning - UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044760-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020871-2026
  9th March 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054185-2025
  5th September 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044760-2025
  31st July 2025 - Planned procurement notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-4832
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-4833
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-4834
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-4835

## Notice URLs

- http://www.norfolk.gov.uk
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/norfolkcc
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/norfolkcc/aspx/BuyerProfiles
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XxsbVW4q-k0

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