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Independent Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Component for the Just Rural Transitions Support Programme (JRTSP)

FOREIGN COMMONWEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE

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07 Feb 2025 at 13:14

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Summary of the contracting process

The Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) has completed the procurement process for the "Independent Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Component for the Just Rural Transitions Support Programme (JRTSP)" under the industry category of foreign economic-aid-related services. The contract, valued at £1,791,685 GBP, involves the consultancy and implementation of sustainable agriculture policies to benefit ecosystems and address climate change. The procurement was conducted using a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract commenced on 10th February 2025 and is set to conclude on 10th February 2030. The targeted geographical coverage includes the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, United Kingdom, and international locations.

This tender represents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in monitoring, evaluation, and sustainable agricultural practices, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Companies in these fields can align with public policies that support environmental sustainability and agricultural productivity while addressing climate change threats. The long-term nature of the contract, spanning five years, offers the potential for stable growth and the chance to enhance expertise and innovation in international development and environmental sustainability. Cowater International Inc, an SME, has been awarded the contract, indicating that enterprises in similar domains could consider engaging in such procurement processes for future opportunities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Independent Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Component for the Just Rural Transitions Support Programme (JRTSP)

Notice Description

Services were sought for a Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) component under FCDO's new PS65m The Just Rural Transition Support Programme. The main component will support the design and implementation of public policies and support (including through subsidy reforms) that scale sustainable agriculture approaches which benefit natural ecosystems, farmer livelihoods, productivity and health, and respond to climate change threats.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-4633a09a-d392-4922-91e6-3282f3237805
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/58046c30-5810-4ada-9c3f-b09d268eda7c
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
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

75 - Administration, defence and social security services

CPV Codes

75211200 - Foreign economic-aid-related services

75220000 - Defence services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,791,685 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£1,791,685 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
19 Nov 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 Feb 20251 years ago
Contract Period
10 Feb 2025 - 10 Feb 2030 Over 5 years
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
FOREIGN COMMONWEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2AH
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

COWATER INTERNATIONAL

Further Information

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