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RDE849 - Humber Cluster: How can non-potable water provide a sustainable source

ENVIRONMENT AGENCY

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02 Sep 2025 at 12:27

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the contract titled "RDE849 - Humber Cluster: How can non-potable water provide a sustainable source" has been completed. Managed by the Environment Agency, the focus of this contract is within the research and development consultancy services category (CPV 73200000). Targeted at examining the use of non-potable water in energy production and carbon capture and storage (CCS), this contract spans multiple locations including the UK, British Overseas Territories, and more. The contract was awarded on 22nd August 2025, following a selective procurement method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract comes into effect from 21st August 2025 and is expected to conclude by 31st March 2026, with the entire process reflecting careful alignment with the set procurement standards.

This tender presents substantial growth opportunities for businesses engaged in research and development consultancy services, particularly those skilled in providing innovative solutions for sustainable water usage in the energy sector. Although not specifically targeted at SMEs or VCSEs, the contract’s nature offers significant insights and contributions to the future of sustainable energy and water resource management. Companies with expertise in environmental and infrastructural consultancy, such as JBA Consulting, which was awarded this contract, stand to benefit from this project by leveraging existing frameworks to deliver pioneering services in a challenging and expanding field.

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Notice Title

RDE849 - Humber Cluster: How can non-potable water provide a sustainable source

Notice Description

This study will research how non-potable water supplies can be used to provide a sustainable source of water for energy production and CCS, that is not rainfall dependent. Contract awarded by Defra.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-0ff17a24-f031-434d-a23f-248686f58668
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1c85cbe4-05dd-4f71-ae12-2843866fbe1f
Current Stage
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All Stages
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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
£74,037 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£74,037 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
20 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Aug 20256 months ago
Contract Period
20 Aug 2025 - 31 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
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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

JEREMY BENN ASSOCIATES LIMITED (T/A JBA CONSULTING

Further Information

Notice Documents

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