Sampling of influent for the presence of SARS-CoV-2
About This Opportunity
TranslatedThis tender concerns the sampling of influent at wastewater treatment plants (WWTPs) for the presence of SARS-CoV-2 (Covid-19). Following the outbreak of SARS-CoV-2, the National Institute for Public Health and the Environment (RIVM) expressed a desire in October 2020 to intensify the sampling of all WWTPs to a daily frequency. In the interest of public health, a sampling program has been established to enable the RIVM to analyze samples for the presence of SARS-CoV-2. These activities will be carried out at the contracting authority's WWTPs, but will be financed by the RIVM. The sampling must be conducted in accordance with the most recent version of NEN 6600-1 and the RIVM's sampling protocol (Appendix 7). The contracting authority currently has an agreement for the sampling of influent for the presence of SARS-CoV-2. The contracting authority intends to enter into a new framework agreement with one (1) supplier to meet the ongoing need for sampling. This initiative underscores the critical role of wastewater surveillance in monitoring public health trends and managing infectious disease outbreaks.
This is a services contract in the environment and climate, water and sanitation and health and medical services sectors, with a focus on Wastewater, Water Quality, Environmental Policy and Infectious Diseases. Located in Netherlands, Europe, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums, with an estimated budget of EUR 910,000.
Published through TED - Tenders Electronic Daily (EU), a national government procurement portal. Public procurement tenders follow the country's national bidding regulations and may have specific eligibility and documentation requirements for services in the environment and climate sector. Service contracts are typically evaluated on both technical quality and price, and may require bidders to demonstrate relevant experience and qualified personnel. This contract has already been awarded. The information is published for transparency and market intelligence purposes.
Description
Auto-translated from DutchFollowing the outbreak of SARS-CoV-2 (Covid-19), the National Institute for Public Health and the Environment (RIVM) expressed a desire in October 2020 to intensify the sampling of all wastewater treatment plants (WWTPs) to a daily rhythm. In the interest of public health, a sampling program has been initiated so that the RIVM can analyze the samples for the presence of SARS-CoV-2. This work is carried out at the contracting authority's WWTPs but is financed by the RIVM. The sampling must take place in accordance with the most recent version of NEN 6600-1 and the RIVM's sampling protocol (Appendix 7). The contracting authority currently has an agreement for the sampling of influent for the presence of SARS-CoV-2. The contracting authority intends to conclude a new framework agreement with one (1) supplier to meet the need for sampling.
Data provenance
This notice is sourced from TED - Tenders Electronic Daily (EU) and was originally published on March 19, 2025. Last refreshed 12 days ago. Original language: Dutch. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.
About Waterschap Scheldestromen
Waterschap Scheldestromen has issued 33 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 1 currently open and 21 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in General Supplies & Services, Governance & Public Administration, and Architecture & Engineering Services. All notices are published for Netherlands. Notices are distributed via Netherlands TenderNed and TED - Tenders Electronic Daily (EU). Most recent publication: July 19, 2026.
Frequently asked questions about this tender
How can I submit a bid?
Visit TED - Tenders Electronic Daily (EU) to access the full notice, required documents, and submission instructions provided by the contracting authority.
Is this tender still open?
No — the contract has already been awarded to Eurofins Analytico B.V.. The award notice is archived on BidsFactory for transparency and market intelligence.
Who is the contracting authority?
This notice was issued by Waterschap Scheldestromen in Netherlands. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.
What type of contract is this?
This is a Services contract in the Environment & Climate sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.
How much was the contract awarded for?
Eurofins Analytico B.V. was awarded the contract for €910,000. The figure reflects the value disclosed by the contracting authority in the award notice.
Where will the contract be performed?
The contract is for delivery in Netherlands. Foreign bidders should review local registration, taxation, and any in-country presence requirements before submitting.
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