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RDE879 - Value For Money evaluation of fisheries compliance activities

DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS

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20 Oct 2025 at 10:55

Summary of the contracting process

This procurement process was initiated by the Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (Defra) for a contract titled "RDE879 - Value For Money evaluation of fisheries compliance activities." This project, classified under research and development consultancy services, focuses on evaluating the effectiveness and value for money of the Marine Management Organisation’s fisheries control and enforcement system. The contract has been awarded to ICF Consulting Services Limited, with a contract period starting from 29th September 2025 and ending on 20th March 2026. The procurement was conducted using a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. This award was publicly noted on 20th October 2025, following the active award status set on 10th October 2025, with a contract value of GBP 95,696.96. The services are to be delivered in multiple locations, including the United Kingdom and several overseas territories.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses in the research and consultancy services sector, particularly those with expertise in evaluating environmental compliance systems. Companies with proven experience in delivering high-quality evaluations and assessments related to fisheries compliance will find this contract particularly beneficial for business growth. While the process is selective, those businesses that are part of relevant framework agreements stand a good chance of competing effectively. With Defra as the contracting authority, the success of this evaluation could potentially open doors to further collaborations, both within the UK and internationally, as they aim to enhance effectiveness and offer value for money in public sector projects.

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Notice Title

RDE879 - Value For Money evaluation of fisheries compliance activities

Notice Description

The aim of this project is to complete an effectiveness review and Value for Money (VfM) evaluation of the MMO's fisheries control and enforcement (C&E) system. Contract awarded by Defra.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-2fa35051-d0a1-4f3b-b305-7a40ec30be46
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0e07d053-356b-4ed0-9e42-c7563aff608d
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
£95,696 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£95,696 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
28 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Oct 20254 months ago
Contract Period
28 Sep 2025 - 20 Mar 2026 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 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

ICF CONSULTING SERVICES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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