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RDE829 - Hydrogen Production via Electrolysis: Risk assessment for standard rul

ENVIRONMENT AGENCY

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01 Sep 2025 at 11:19

Summary of the contracting process

The contracting process titled "RDE829 - Hydrogen Production via Electrolysis: Risk assessment for standard rules" has been completed by the Environment Agency, a part of the UK Government. This process falls under the services category, specifically research and development consultancy services, as classified by the CPV code 73200000. It was conducted using a selective procurement method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract, valued at GBP 58,394.37, was awarded to WSP UK Ltd on 28th August 2025, with the contract period running from 1st September 2025 to 20th March 2026. The targeted delivery locations include the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in research and development within the environmental sectors, particularly those with expertise in hydrogen production and risk assessment. Companies that are capable of offering innovative solutions and adhere to the Environmental Permitting Regulations in England and Wales could leverage this contract as a reference point for further business growth in both domestic and international markets. Although the procurement process did not specifically cater to SMEs or VCSEs, larger firms or specialised consultancies like WSP UK Ltd are well-suited to compete for such contracts, providing them with a platform to demonstrate their capabilities in helping shape regulatory standards.

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Notice Title

RDE829 - Hydrogen Production via Electrolysis: Risk assessment for standard rul

Notice Description

The EA wishes to consider whether production of hydrogen via electrolysis of water is suitable for development of specific standard rule (s) under Environmental Permitting (England and Wales) Regulations 2016 (EPR) and which criteria should be used to develop those rules. Contract awarded by Defra.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-39f338a4-c771-4e2b-80a0-124d5bb39c66
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cbbfa046-70c9-44a1-8e3a-5ced2146e21f
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
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
£58,394 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£58,394 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
31 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Aug 20255 months ago
Contract Period
31 Aug 2025 - 20 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
ENVIRONMENT AGENCY
Contact Name
Bo-Jess Brooks
Contact Email
bo.brooks@defra.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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

WSP

Further Information

Notice Documents

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