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Inland Forecast Model Improvements Programme - Yorkshire Ouse, Wessex (Bristol Avon) and Thames Stage 1 Inception

DEFRA

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30 Jan 2026 at 08:26

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by Defra involved the "Inland Forecast Model Improvements Programme" focusing on the Yorkshire Ouse, Wessex (Bristol Avon), and Thames areas. This procurement, categorised under flood-prevention works, falls within the services industry category and took place in the East of England. The process utilised a selective procurement method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The tendering stage for this contract was completed prior to the award date of 29th January 2026. The contract is valued at £220,512.12 and runs from 2nd February 2026 to 16th October 2026.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for growth, particularly for businesses experienced in flood risk modelling and infrastructure services. Given the selective procurement method, companies already included in the framework agreement would find this most suitable. The project’s focus on critical flood-prevention works positions it as an attractive opportunity for established businesses capable of delivering highly technical services within the specified geographical regions.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Inland Forecast Model Improvements Programme - Yorkshire Ouse, Wessex (Bristol Avon) and Thames Stage 1 Inception

Notice Description

Flood risk modelling - Yorkshire Ouse, Wessex Bristol Avon, Thames

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-3c383e75-5cbe-44ed-aadd-a84bf7a64f19
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f2840228-1e4f-4c12-893c-40bd6f621721
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

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45246400 - Flood-prevention works

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£220,512 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£220,512 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Jan 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
28 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Jan 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
2 Feb 2026 - 16 Oct 2026 6-12 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
DEFRA
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
PETERBOROUGH
Postcode
PE2 8YY
Post Town
Peterborough
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH4 Cambridgeshire and Peterborough
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH41 Peterborough
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Peterborough
Electoral Ward
Fletton and Stanground
Westminster Constituency
North West Cambridgeshire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MOTT MACDONALD

Further Information

Notice Documents

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