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RDE722 Incorporating biodiversity and nature into sustainable international food system investments

DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS

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23 Dec 2024 at 14:49

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (Defra) has completed a procurement process titled "RDE722 Incorporating biodiversity and nature into sustainable international food system investments" in the industry category of research and development consultancy services. The procurement aimed to assess finance mechanisms that Defra may use to boost investments in sustainable agriculture, enhancing environmental and social benefits. This tender was conducted through a selective call-off from a framework agreement, with a contract period starting on 6th January 2025 and ending on 30th June 2025. The tender had a value of £114,975 GBP and targeted diverse delivery locations including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, the rest of the world, and the United Kingdom. The awarded contract was published on 23rd December 2024 and awarded to ICF Consulting Services Limited.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses in the research and development consultancy sector, particularly those specialising in sustainable agriculture and finance mechanisms. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly well-suited for such opportunities, given their eligibility and potential to contribute innovative solutions to the challenges outlined. The contract facilitates business growth by allowing engagement with international projects, fostering expertise in sustainability, and leveraging finance mechanisms for environmental benefits.

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Notice Title

RDE722 Incorporating biodiversity and nature into sustainable international food system investments

Notice Description

Research to assess finance mechanisms that Defra may be able to utilise to increase finance flows into sustainable agriculture practices and consequent environmental and social benefits

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-266197ee-81ab-49f7-ae69-b89906730a93
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9b667a96-d7ce-4daf-9492-795b2ab79a69
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
SME, VCSE
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
£114,975 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£114,975 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Dec 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
30 Dec 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Dec 20241 years ago
Contract Period
6 Jan 2025 - 30 Jun 2025 1-6 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

ICF CONSULTING SERVICES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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