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A Review of Plant Genetic Breeding Approaches for Field Grown and CEA Crops

DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS

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25 Jun 2025 at 11:50

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (Defra) has concluded a procurement process titled "A Review of Plant Genetic Breeding Approaches for Field Grown and CEA Crops". The tender falls under the industry category of research and development services, with wide-reaching delivery locations including the UK and several global territories. The procurement process, conducted via an open procurement method, has reached the award stage as of 25th June 2025, following the conclusion of the tender period on 28th March 2025. The project will commence on 1st July 2025 and conclude on 2nd March 2026. The awarded contract is valued at £92,980 and completes the tender process conducted under an open procedure below threshold.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses in the field of agricultural research and development, specifically those specialising in plant genetics and controlled environment agriculture. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly well-suited to compete in similar tenders, as indicated by the procurement's emphasis on inclusivity for such entities. The procurement process, managed by Defra and awarded to NIAB, has underscored the demand for research-driven solutions in enhancing agricultural productivity, offering potential for future projects in delivering public goods through innovative breeding approaches.

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Notice Title

A Review of Plant Genetic Breeding Approaches for Field Grown and CEA Crops

Notice Description

A Review Of Plant Genetic Breeding Approaches For Field Grown Crops And Controlled Environment Agriculture And Their Role In The Delivery Of Public Goods

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-4085baac-9629-4d95-86ea-d31846d8fdbc
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ccd72a3f-0d42-47df-a85c-3faef28f7ed7
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£92,980 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£92,980 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Jun 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
28 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Jun 20258 months ago
Contract Period
30 Jun 2025 - 2 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
DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS
Contact Name
DGC
Contact Email
procurment@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

NIAB

Further Information

Notice Documents

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