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LNA & EMD Bridge Inspections 25/26 - CDF - Lot 1

DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS

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12 Nov 2025 at 15:20

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "LNA & EMD Bridge Inspections 25/26 - CDF - Lot 1" project, conducted by the Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (DEFRA), has reached the award stage. Engaged under a framework agreement, this selective procurement focuses on technical inspection services within the United Kingdom. The tender was concluded with a total value of £523,000. The contract period extends from 11 November 2025 to 31 March 2026, ensuring that all bridge inspection services are completed professionally and punctually. The award was made public on 12 November 2025, following its active status on 7 November 2025.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in technical inspection services related to infrastructure projects, although the procurement method indicates that smaller enterprises and voluntary community sector entities were not the primary focus. Large and established firms with experience in handling technical inspections, particularly within the public sector, can leverage this opportunity to expand their portfolios and establish robust partnerships with governmental bodies like DEFRA. The systematic approach of a call-off from a framework agreement promotes efficiency, offering consistency in project delivery and potential for future collaborations.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

LNA & EMD Bridge Inspections 25/26 - CDF - Lot 1

Notice Description

LNA & EMD Bridge Inspections 25/26 - CDF - Lot 1

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-58163f56-6ab1-42c5-9f2d-eed0bfa9a8e2
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e39038e4-80a1-453e-9a9e-89ad2f41d4b0
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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

71631000 - Technical inspection services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£523,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£523,000 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
4 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 Nov 20253 months ago
Contract Period
11 Nov 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 1-6 months
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
DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 3JR
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

OVE ARUP & PARTNERS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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