Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13cb2-d69a-71a7-ae37-518cc63e3707/resources-and-waste-options-for-a-furniture-product-policy-framework awarded GB restricted procedure Suitable for SMEs # Resources and Waste - Options for a Furniture Product Policy Framework [Defra](https://tendernation.io/buyers/defra) Often single bidder Estimated value £49,925 Published 29 Mar 2023 Deadline Closed 15 Jan 2023 ## Who can bid - Buyer says suitable for SMEs The buyer ticked “suitable for SMEs” on the notice. Anyone can still bid. - Buyer says suitable for VCSEs The buyer ticked “suitable for voluntary, community and social enterprises” on the notice. - Small contract value Valued under £135,018 including VAT, the lowest Procurement Act threshold for goods and services. - Sets up a framework Winning a place does not guarantee work: contracts are awarded later as call-offs, and the list usually stays closed for years. [More contracts for small businesses and VCSEs](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/for-small-businesses) ## About this tender ### Aims of research Furniture was one of the five new priority waste streams identified in the Government's 2018 Resources and Waste Strategy for England (referred to there as 'bulky waste') for consideration of measures such as Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) and product standards by the end of 2025. Recent WRAP/University of Leeds research which used Multi-Regional Input-Output (MRIO) analysis, identified Extended Producer Responsibility for Furniture as being potentially able to achieve a reduction in Raw Material Consumption (RMC) of 95 million tonnes 2021-2050, as well as a reduction in territorial and consumption emissions (relating to production) of 4MtCO2e and 44MtCO2e respectively over the same period. This modelling is based on the assumption that EPR could achieve a 40.5% reduction in demand for new furniture by 2050 as EPR achieves a 90% re-use/re-use with repair rate for all furniture entering the waste stream where re-use/re-use with repair is possible. The research should take stock of, critically challenge, and expand upon this work. The aim of this research is to further develop the evidence base to underpin the development of a product policy framework for bulky furniture and furnishings, including mattresses, bedding, carpets and underlay (referred to collectively from this point on as 'furniture'). ## CPV classification Research and development consultancy services Source Contracts Finder (UK) [View official notice](https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/notice/3590db8a-a78d-47a2-94fd-20e177827a56) Never miss a tender like this again Get AI summaries, deadline alerts and a bid pipeline for tenders matched to your business. Free to start. 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