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Assessment and Development of Enrichment Approaches to Enhance the Welfare of Continuously Housed Dairy Cattle

DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS

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04 Feb 2026 at 10:57

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process managed by the Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs involves the project titled "Assessment and Development of Enrichment Approaches to Enhance the Welfare of Continuously Housed Dairy Cattle". This tender falls under the research services category with CPV code 73110000. The procurement is conducted through a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The awarded contract, valued at £298,850, commenced on 27th January 2026 and will conclude on 3rd March 2029. The project is accessible to various regions including the United Kingdom, Europe, and other international territories. The award stage was completed and announced on 4th February 2026.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses involved in research services, particularly those focusing on animal welfare and agricultural innovation. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) can find this an attractive venture given the stated suitability, although it does not cater to voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs). The University of Nottingham, which has been awarded this contract, exemplifies the type of research-oriented institutions or organisations that could thrive on similar opportunities. Businesses aiming to collaborate with governmental bodies on innovative research solutions will find this tender particularly beneficial for gaining exposure and fostering business growth.

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Notice Title

Assessment and Development of Enrichment Approaches to Enhance the Welfare of Continuously Housed Dairy Cattle

Notice Description

Research project procured under the Defra Research, Development & Evidence Framework.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-105ce47d-78ab-4ff7-9860-49c18bae0ebe
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/977ebffa-325b-431a-bd49-4f491bd58bdc
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
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73110000 - Research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£298,850 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£298,850 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
15 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
4 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
27 Jan 2026 - 3 Mar 2029 3-4 years
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
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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

UNIVERSITY OF NOTTINGHAM

Further Information

Notice Documents

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