Noise and Nuisance – Ad-hoc Technical Support

Concepts

• noise control consultancy
• noise pollution advisory
• air source heat pump noise
• low frequency noise
• noise
• technical and legislative information
• hoc
• nuisances
• nuisance
• economic appraisal

Location

UK

Description

Defra is seeking to re-procure its contractual arrangement for the provision of ad hoc timely, high quality, specialist technical input to the Authority’s Noise and Nuisance Policy and Evidence Teams. There are no guarantees of any minimum level of work over the contract duration. Tasks under the contract will be confirmed on an ad hoc basis through Work Orders. The scope of requirement covers technical and legislative information, analysis, research, policy-attuned appraisal and advice, modelling, information about practical implementation of policies and procedures, economic appraisal or any other related support on noise and vibration, all statutory nuisances, artificial light pollution and policy areas with significant synergies, e.g. air quality. Essential areas of expertise the Contractor (and/or their supply chain) will possess include road and rail traffic and aviation, light, odour, and smoke. Other areas of expertise the Contractor (and/or their supply chain) will possess are environmental vibration, air source heat pump noise, low frequency noise, insects, and dust, among others.The initial contract term will be five (5) years with an option to extend for a further one (1) year.

Total Quantity or Scope

It is anticipated that the contract will commence on 1 Nov 2024.

CPV Codes

• 71313100 - Noise-control consultancy services
• 90742400 - Noise pollution advisory services

Indicators

Other Information

The estimated total value is for the entire contract period which consists of an initial term of 5 years plus option of 1 year extension. The procurement documents will be published on Defra's e-Sourcing portal, Atamis. They will be available for unrestricted and full direct access, free of charge, at https://defra-family.force.com/s/WelcomeYou will need to register on Atamis to be able to access the documents once the tender opportunity is published. If you need technical help with the Atamis system when registering please contact the Atamis support team e-mail Support@Atamis.co.uk or phone Tel: 029 2279 0052.