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RDE724 Evidence base for a proposed roadmap to biobanking native livestock genet

DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS

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04 Feb 2025 at 17:03

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (DEFRA) has awarded a contract for the scoping study titled "RDE724 Evidence base for a proposed roadmap to biobanking native livestock genetic resources." This procurement falls under the industry category of Research and Development Consultancy Services (CPV code 73200000) and pertains to locations including British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and the UK. The contract, valued at GBP 114,855.48, was awarded to SRUC and spans from 17 February 2025 to 11 August 2025. The procurement method was selective, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement, and the tender process has reached the award stage as of 31 January 2025.

This tender provides significant opportunities for growth, particularly for businesses specializing in research and development, especially those focused on agricultural and genetic resource conservation. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) are especially encouraged to engage, given the suitability criteria outlined. Businesses with expertise in biobanking, genetic research, and consultancy services can benefit from this contract, leveraging their capabilities to contribute to an important environmental initiative while expanding their portfolio and establishing rapport with a key government department.

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Notice Title

RDE724 Evidence base for a proposed roadmap to biobanking native livestock genet

Notice Description

Scoping study to map out options for the UK to conserve its native livestock genetic resources.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-0333c2b9-76bb-4dc6-997c-a5eac64fe0f8
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b9f97a15-0d79-4e0f-9429-489c57c449fd
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£114,855 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£114,855 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
10 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 Jan 20251 years ago
Contract Period
17 Feb 2025 - 11 Aug 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS
Contact Name
Adrian Ajibade
Contact Email
adrian.ajibade@defra.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 3JR
Post Town
South West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SRUC

Further Information

Notice Documents

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