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RDE885 - Governance arrangements for Agriculture Water Resources Planning

ENVIRONMENT AGENCY

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02 Oct 2025 at 11:34

Summary of the contracting process

The project, titled "RDE885 - Governance arrangements for Agriculture Water Resources Planning," focuses on developing a governance framework that supports collaboration among various water resources groups within the agriculture sector. Initiated by the Environment Agency, the contract was awarded to WSP UK Ltd for the amount of GBP 34,939.18. This procurement falls under the category of research and development consultancy services and targets a broad location encompassing British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, the Isle of Man, the Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom. The procurement stage is the award phase, with the contract period starting on 23rd September 2025 and ending on 31st January 2026. The procurement method used was selective, calling off from a framework agreement, and it concluded its tender solicitation on 22nd September 2025.

This tender represents significant opportunities for businesses in the consultancy sector, particularly those specialising in research and development services within the water resources and agriculture industries. By engaging in this project, businesses can expand their market presence and contribute to essential environmental governance. This tender is particularly well-suited for large consultancies or companies with substantial resources and expertise, as the suitability has not been marked for SMEs or VCSEs. Successful participation offers the chance to establish strong partnerships with governmental agencies like the Environment Agency and enhance their portfolio in environmental governance initiatives.

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Notice Title

RDE885 - Governance arrangements for Agriculture Water Resources Planning

Notice Description

This project aims to establish an agreed governance framework within which the Water for Food Group (WfFG), the Regional Water Resources Groups (RWRGs) (of which there are 5), the increasing number of (variably sized and constituted) WAGs (including farmer-led / riparian groups) as well as catchment partnerships, can collaborate effectively and efficiently, to better facilitate agriculture's incorporation into catchment and regional water resources planning. Contract awarded by Defra.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-3f393d0d-4a44-4e1e-b61a-bfad471a758b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/80fe36b4-07bc-4674-a761-9f51e0fc071e
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
£34,939 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£34,939 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
22 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Sep 20255 months ago
Contract Period
22 Sep 2025 - 31 Jan 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
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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