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RDE826 Reaching Net Zero within a Circular Economy - Phase 2: Broadening our Und

DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS

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24 Jul 2025 at 11:13

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (Defra) has completed the award stage for the contract titled "RDE826 Reaching Net Zero within a Circular Economy - Phase 2: Broadening our Understanding." This procurement falls under the industry category of Research and Development Consultancy Services, with delivery locations specified as the UK, British Oversea Territories, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, Europe, and Rest of the World. The contract, valued at £114,768, was awarded to Ricardo-AEA Ltd on 23rd July 2025 and is to be implemented from 4th August 2025 to 30th January 2026. The procurement utilised a selective method as a call-off from a framework agreement, indicating its strategic nature in supporting the UK's Net Zero targets.

This tender presents significant opportunities for growth, especially for firms involved in research and consultancy focused on environmental sustainability and circular economy practices. While this specific contract was not suitable for SMEs or voluntary sector enterprises, businesses with established frameworks and expertise in these areas can greatly benefit from participating in similar projects. Engaging with contracts set by Defra or similar departments allows organisations to amplify their portfolio and contribute to pivotal sustainability goals, paving the way for future collaborations and expanded influence within both domestic and international markets.

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Notice Title

RDE826 Reaching Net Zero within a Circular Economy - Phase 2: Broadening our Und

Notice Description

This project aims to deepen our understanding of how circular economy practices influence emissions across sectors and their alignment with the UK's Net Zero targets. Contract awarded by Defra.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-1ede3713-40d6-415c-889b-d3ffba69f473
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6814c4d5-943f-4899-ac81-ec531aea0d4c
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
£114,768 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£114,768 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Jul 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
3 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 Jul 20257 months ago
Contract Period
3 Aug 2025 - 30 Jan 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 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

RICARDO-AEA

Further Information

Notice Documents

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