Award of Scientific Research Contract Comparing Plastic Wet Wipes with Plastic-Free Alternatives
Defra Network eTendering Portal · Awarded contract
AwardedAward of Scientific Research Contract Comparing Plastic Wet Wipes with Plastic-Free Alternatives
Awarded 12 Jul 2022
Awarded12 Jul 2022
Value£24,855.00
SupplierWater Research Centre Limited
RegionUnited Kingdom
CategoryResearch & Development
Ended 4y 1mo ago3mo term
Awarded 12 July 2022Expired 12 Oct 2022
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Defra Network eTendering Portal awarded a contract to Water Research Centre Limited for scientific research comparing the impact of plastics in wet wipes with plastic-free alternatives.
The contract value is £24,855.
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