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RDE868 - Development of novel DNA-based metrics and indicators to assess the eco

NATURAL ENGLAND

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11 Sep 2025 at 13:32

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the project titled "RDE868 - Development of novel DNA-based metrics and indicators to assess the eco" was managed by Natural England. This procurement falls under the "Research and development consultancy services" category with the CPV code 73200000. The project involves processing sequence data from Agri-Environment Scheme ponds and Cumbrian lakes to develop novel DNA-based metrics. The procurement was conducted using a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement, and reached the award stage on 10th September 2025. The contract period starts on the same day and runs until 20th March 2026. The value of the contract is £31,963.81, and it covers delivery locations including the UK, the Channel Islands, the Isle of Man, British Overseas Territories, Europe, and the Rest of the World. The buyer, Natural England, is located at Seacole Building, 2 Marsham Street, London.

This awarded contract presents opportunities for businesses specialising in environmental research and development consultancy, particularly those with expertise in DNA-based metrics. While the procurement was not specifically aimed at SMEs or voluntary, community, and social enterprises, large entities in the field could leverage this contract to expand their portfolio and partnership with governmental bodies such as Defra. Businesses with capabilities in processing and analysing ecological data would be well-suited to deliver the required services and potentially engage in subsequent related opportunities with Natural England and other public bodies. The supplier chosen for this contract is the UK Centre for Ecology & Hydrology (UKCEH), a large-scale entity that could indicate the level of expertise required for this contract.

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Notice Title

RDE868 - Development of novel DNA-based metrics and indicators to assess the eco

Notice Description

This project will process sequence data from Agri-Environment Scheme (AES) ponds sampled in 2024 and Cumbrian lakes sampled in 2025. Contract awarded by Defra.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-4ff1e28a-79a7-47b3-a8d7-7c0e3c12d809
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/20a3c4ac-d88d-465c-ae77-5ea7402260e3
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
Large

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
£31,963 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£31,963 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
9 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Sep 20255 months ago
Contract Period
9 Sep 2025 - 20 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
NATURAL ENGLAND
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

UK CENTRE FOR ECOLOGY & HYDROLOGY (UKCEH

Further Information

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