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Supply of Bespoke Soil Sampling Equipment to DEFRA for England Ecosystem Survey

Awarded 21 Jul 2024

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Awarded21 Jul 2024
Value£165,430.25
SupplierVan Walt Ltd
AgencyDEFRA
RegionUnited Kingdom
CategoryAgriculture & Farming
Ended 2y 1mo ago2mo term
Awarded 21 July 2024Expired 29 Sept 2024

DEFRA awarded a contract to Van Walt Ltd for the provision of bespoke soil sampling equipment, jointly developed by Natural England, Van Walt, and AMS.

The equipment was required for the England Ecosystem Survey soil sampling and assessment surveys, supporting the NCEA programme to understand the extent, condition, and change of environmental assets across England's land and water environments.

The contract value was 165,430.25 AUD.

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