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RDE867 Heather and Grass Burning in England - Consultation analysis research

DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS

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23 Jul 2025 at 14:27

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (Defra) has completed a procurement process for the consultancy project titled "RDE867 Heather and Grass Burning in England - Consultation analysis research." This contract falls under the industry category of Research and development consultancy services, with Ipsos as the selected supplier. The project, procured through a selective method as a call-off from a framework agreement, aims to evaluate public opinions on the regulation of upland peat burning. The contract period spans from 16 June 2025 to 15 August 2025, and the completed award stage was published on 23 July 2025. Although the work targets a broad location range, including the UK, Europe, and British Overseas Territories, it has emanated from Defra's London office.

This procurement process offers significant business growth opportunities for entities specialising in consultancy services within the environmental and agricultural sectors. Companies like Ipsos that possess expertise in public opinion research and regulatory impact analysis can leverage such contracts to demonstrate their capabilities and expand their portfolio in governmental projects. While the opportunity was not specifically tailored for SMEs or voluntary, community, and social enterprises, organisations with experience in handling complex data and engaging with environmental regulations are well-suited to participate in similar tenders in the future.

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Notice Title

RDE867 Heather and Grass Burning in England - Consultation analysis research

Notice Description

The research will take into account the views of members of the public on the potential benefits of extending the Regulations to a broader area of upland peat, whilst maintaining an effective licensing scheme. Contract awarded by Defra.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-3b502954-2521-4224-9109-86e856846a64
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0d0f5445-f1e9-4b6a-bfcb-0bac64d807b0
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
£54,300 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£54,300 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Jul 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
15 Jun 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Jun 20257 months ago
Contract Period
15 Jun 2025 - 15 Aug 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

IPSOS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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