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Digital Engineering Standards (DES) Digital Rules for Implementation

DEFRA GROUP COMMERCIAL

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23 Apr 2025 at 11:47

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Digital Engineering Standards (DES) Digital Rules for Implementation" has been conducted by Defra group Commercial, based in Peterborough, United Kingdom. This project falls under the industry category of technical analysis or consultancy services, with a focus on digitising engineering standards as part of the Environment Agency's Digital Asset Data and Information programme. The procurement method involved selective tendering through a call-off from a framework agreement. The procurement is at the award stage as of 23rd April 2025, with key dates including the completion of the tender period on 1st April 2025 and the contract period set to start on 1st May 2025, running until 31st January 2027. This project is valued at £189,162.73, and the services will be delivered in the East of England.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specializing in technical consultancy services, particularly those with capabilities in digital engineering and asset management sectors. Although not tailored for SMEs or VCSEs, it offers substantial potential for larger firms with experience in framework agreements, similar to the winning bidder, WSP UK Limited. Companies with expertise in providing consultancy for engineering standards, especially in the utilities or environmental sectors, could leverage similar opportunities to expand their business portfolio within the public sector in the UK. Engaging with projects like this can also strengthen partnerships with government bodies such as the Environment Agency and foster long-term collaborations.

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Notice Title

Digital Engineering Standards (DES) Digital Rules for Implementation

Notice Description

The Digitising Engineering Standards project has been commissioned under the Environment Agency's Digital Asset Data and Information (DADI) programme within Asset Management.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-4222874d-0426-4cc3-9449-304e3763406a
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8f1e447b-8e5c-4706-a6aa-228a3221782b
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

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71621000 - Technical analysis or consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£189,162 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£189,162 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Apr 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
1 Apr 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 Apr 202510 months ago
Contract Period
30 Apr 2025 - 31 Jan 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEFRA GROUP COMMERCIAL
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

WSP

Further Information

Notice Documents

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