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RDE944 - How to appraise the benefits of demand options for WRMP29

ENVIRONMENT AGENCY

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12 Dec 2025 at 14:11

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the project titled "RDE944 - How to appraise the benefits of demand options for WRMP29" involved the Environment Agency as the contracting authority. This project falls under the industry category of Research and Development Consultancy Services, specifically classified with CPV code 73200000. The contract, worth £29,633.73, covers regions including British Overseas Territories, the Channel Islands, Europe, the Isle of Man, the Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom. The procurement process utilised a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement, and the tender period ended on 11th November 2025. The award stage has been completed, with the contract starting on 12th November 2025 and concluding on 30th March 2026. The full award was published on 12th December 2025.

This tender offers significant opportunities for organisations operating in the Research and Development sector, particularly those with expertise in water demand management. Although the contract was not specifically open to SMEs or voluntary community and social enterprises, it has been awarded to Jeremy Benn Associates Limited (trading as JBA Consulting), highlighting opportunities for consultancies specialising in environmental consultancy and strategic planning. The structured framework and focus on appraising water management options could provide a platform for specialised firms looking to expand their portfolio and establish strong working relationships with government agencies such as the Environment Agency and Defra.

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Notice Title

RDE944 - How to appraise the benefits of demand options for WRMP29

Notice Description

This project will develop a best-practice framework for appraising water demand management options, ensuring consistent consideration of their full costs and benefits. Contract awarded by Defra.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-49aab0a2-6bf8-425f-adc3-8e6637cf2edb
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/712836ba-6043-4fe5-affb-a8bb131c7fe1
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

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£29,633 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£29,633 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Dec 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
11 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Nov 20255 months ago
Contract Period
12 Nov 2025 - 30 Mar 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
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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

JEREMY BENN ASSOCIATES LIMITED (T/A JBA CONSULTING

Further Information

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