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Developing a systems approach to multiple benefits of wetlands to down

DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS

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11 Nov 2025 at 15:23

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (Defra) has concluded a public procurement process titled "Developing a systems approach to multiple benefits of wetlands to down." The project, classified under research and development consultancy services, focuses on recognising and quantifying the benefits of wetlands. As of 11th November 2025, the contract has been awarded at the "award" stage, following a "selective" procurement method via a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract is valued at £74,975 and will run from 27th October 2025 to 31st March 2026. The project is located in the United Kingdom, and was delivered by Mott Macdonald, a large supplier operating from London, England.

This tender presents significant opportunities for firms specialising in consultancy services within the environmental sector, especially those that can deliver systems-thinking approaches to complex ecological challenges. While SMEs and VCSEs are noted as not specifically considered suitable for this particular call-off, larger firms with established frameworks and experience in environmental systems management will find this contract aligns with strategic growth in their consultancy portfolio. By engaging with public sector projects such as this, businesses can enhance their reputation and scope within the industry.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Developing a systems approach to multiple benefits of wetlands to down

Notice Description

This project will provide a systems thinking approach to ensure that the multiple downstream benefits of wetlands are recognised and quantified. Contract awarded by Defra.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-25b0a484-1fc5-483b-a205-87bf1d0a7a49
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3c1d17cf-894d-4719-a5d5-7152ea7a7e5e
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
£74,975 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£74,975 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Nov 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
26 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Oct 20256 months ago
Contract Period
27 Oct 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

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

MOTT MACDONALD

Further Information

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