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RDE909 - Research to underpin update of Codes of Practice

DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS

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04 Sep 2025 at 13:06

Summary of the contracting process

The contracting process titled "RDE909 - Research to underpin update of Codes of Practice" was conducted by the Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (Defra), based in London, UK. The procurement process is categorised under "Research and development consultancy services," and it involves a contract to review and update the Code of Practice related to Plant Protection Products in England and Wales. This award stage contract was completed on 2nd September 2025, following a selective procurement method through a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract, valued at £49,997.80, is active from 1st September 2025 to 31st March 2026, covering the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom.

This tender represents significant business growth opportunities for companies specialising in research and consultancy within the environmental and agricultural sectors. Although not designed specifically for SMEs or VCSEs, larger consulting firms with expertise in environmental compliance and policy development are well-suited to tender. RSK ADAS Limited, indicative of the type of large-scale providers capable of fulfilling the contract requirements, has been awarded this contract. Companies with the capability to deliver comprehensive environmental research services can leverage such contracts to expand portfolios and establish stronger reputations in governmental consultancy markets.

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Notice Title

RDE909 - Research to underpin update of Codes of Practice

Notice Description

Defra and HSE propose to review and update the Code of Practice for Using Plant Protection Products (PPPs) for England and Wales and the Code of Practice for Suppliers of Pesticides to ensure the continued effective protection of the environment, human health, and productivity. Contract awarded by Defra.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/150cd1e1-68d4-4c2b-8258-f1de3ac337fd
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
Large

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
£49,997 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£49,997 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
31 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Sep 20255 months ago
Contract Period
31 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
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 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

RSK ADAS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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