--- title: "Provision of Air Quality Data Management Services to the Kent and Medway Air Quality Monitoring Network" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05d2e4" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-05d2e4" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05d2e4.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05d2e4.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "TUNBRIDGE WELLS BOROUGH COUNCIL" published: "2026-02-05" --- # Provision of Air Quality Data Management Services to the Kent and Medway Air Quality Monitoring Network Buyer: TUNBRIDGE WELLS BOROUGH COUNCIL Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05d2e4 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-05d2e4) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05d2e4.json) ## Summary Tunbridge Wells Borough Council has successfully completed the procurement process for the "Provision of Air Quality Data Management Services to the Kent and Medway Air Quality Monitoring Network." This contract, categorized under environmental engineering consultancy services, involves the management of air quality data and the establishment of a dedicated web-based service to serve Kent Local Authorities, Medway Unitary, and Kent County Council. The procurement method followed was an open procedure. The contract was awarded to Ricardo-AEA Ltd, with a completion status as of February 5, 2026. The awarded contract is valued at £177,270.72, with a contract period commencing on April 1, 2026, and concluding on March 31, 2029, with options for annual renewal extensions up to 2033. This procurement was part of an active award stage, with all pertinent submissions closed by December 10, 2025. The services are to be rendered across various locations within the United Kingdom, specifically within the South East regions. This procurement initiative presents a significant opportunity for businesses specializing in environmental data management and consultancy services to engage with public sector contracts that have long-term prospects. Companies with expertise in the area of air quality monitoring and environmental engineering, particularly those capable of providing comprehensive data management solutions, would find this contract appealing for business growth. With a substantial contract and the possibility of extended engagement through annual renewals, this opens doors for both large entities like Ricardo-AEA Ltd and smaller consultancies looking to expand their portfolio with public sector projects. The focus on integrating advanced technological solutions for data management further emphasises the need for businesses that are adept with digital platforms, paving the way for innovations in public environmental monitoring initiatives. ## Notice Tunbridge Wells Borough Council on behalf of the Kent and Medway Air Quality Monitoring Network (KMAQMN) are seeking to procure the service of air quality data management including the provision and management of a dedicated web-based service. This partnership includes Kent Local Authorities, (excluding Dartford & Sevenoaks Councils), Medway Unitary and Kent County Council. The Authority intends to award the contract to a sole contractor on the basis of the tenders submitted which in the Network Members opinion represents the best understanding of the issues and needs facing the Network. To view this notice, please click here: https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=1012243411 ### Lot Information Lot 1 Renewal: This contract will be for an initial 3-year terms with the option on 4 annual extensions. (3+1+1+1+1). ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010730-2026 | | Notice type | UK6 - Contract Award Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Large | | All stages | Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 5 Feb 2026 | | Submission deadline | 10 Dec 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 5 Feb 2026 | | Contract period | 31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £384,000 | | Lots value | £384,000 | | Awards value | £177,270 | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Complete | | Awards status | Pending | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | TUNBRIDGE WELLS BOROUGH COUNCIL | | Locality | TUNBRIDGE WELLS | | Post town | Tonbridge | | Postcode | TN1 1RS | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLJ4 Kent | | ITL 3 | TLJ46 West Kent | | Local authority | Tunbridge Wells | | Electoral ward | Park | | Westminster constituency | Tunbridge Wells | | Delivery location | TLJ4 Kent, TLJ41 Medway | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 1 | | Supplier names | RICARDO-AEA | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services ### Codes - 71313000 - Environmental engineering consultancy services ## Release History - 5 Feb 2026 at 19:05 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010730-2026 - 19 Nov 2025 at 19:05 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/075444-2025 - 23 Oct 2025 at 18:05 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/067996-2025 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010730-2026 5th February 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/075444-2025 19th November 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/067996-2025 23rd October 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/ - https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=1012243411 - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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