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 Statutory 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 four (4) years with an option to extend for up to a further three (3) years in twelve (12) months.