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RDE901 - Toxicological advice for derivation of environmental assessment levels

ENVIRONMENT AGENCY

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21 Oct 2025 at 09:18

Summary of the contracting process

The Environment Agency has concluded the award stage for the procurement titled "RDE901 - Toxicological advice for derivation of environmental assessment levels". This procurement, classified under Research and Development Consultancy Services (CPV code 73200000), aims to assess toxicological data related to carbon capture and storage systems. The contract, valued at £115,000, was awarded to Ricardo-AEA Ltd and spans from 16th September 2025 to 20th March 2026. The procurement followed a selective 'call-off from a framework agreement' method, targeting various regions including the UK, Europe, and parts of the world. The formal award notice was published on 21st October 2025.

This tender presents significant opportunities for consultancy firms specialising in toxicology, environmental assessments, and R&D services. Businesses capable of offering in-depth analysis and evaluation of toxicological data can find growth potential through similar projects initiated by public sector entities like the Environment Agency. While this specific contract might not be suitable for SMEs or VCSEs, large enterprises with a track record of delivering complex consultancy services in the environmental sector are well-positioned to leverage such opportunities.

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Notice Title

RDE901 - Toxicological advice for derivation of environmental assessment levels

Notice Description

The objective of this project is to identify, collate, and review the available human and mammalian toxicology of 14 substances associated with carbon capture and storage systems for the purpose of recommending a short- and long-term EAL. Contract awarded by Defra.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-047afb8f-cf4e-4f1c-af3e-04f4278b20d5
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7d8acb9a-f7aa-44a4-a17e-38f883a03320
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
Not specified
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
£115,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£115,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
15 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Sep 20255 months ago
Contract Period
15 Sep 2025 - 20 Mar 2026 6-12 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
ENVIRONMENT AGENCY
Contact Name
Bo-Jess Brooks
Contact Email
bo.brooks@defra.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 4DF
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

RICARDO-AEA

Further Information

Notice Documents

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