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Inland Forecast Model Improvements Programme - Upper Thames & Oxford Thames Stage 1 Inception

DEFRA

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07 Aug 2025 at 09:27

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "Inland Forecast Model Improvements Programme - Upper Thames & Oxford Thames Stage 1 Inception" was initiated by Defra, located in Peterborough, United Kingdom. This process falls under the industry category of river regulation and flood control works, with a completed status in the award stage. The procurement utilised a selective method, specifically as a call-off from a framework agreement, with the tender period concluding on 30th June 2025. The contract period is scheduled from 11th August 2025 to 7th March 2026, and the key award date was on 1st August 2025. This procurement opportunity is valued at £74,929 GBP and encompasses regions that include Europe, the British Overseas Territories, and the Channel Islands, among others.

This tender provides potential business growth opportunities for companies specialising in services related to river regulation and flood control works. Although Jacobs UK Ltd has been contracted, there remains potential for businesses with expertise in hydrological modelling and environmental management to benefit from similar future opportunities within the framework agreement. Companies that have experience in large-scale environmental service projects and possess robust capability in meeting governmental standards are well-suited to compete in this sector. Engaging with Defra and similar organisations offers an entry point for businesses looking to expand their portfolio within the public sector.

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Notice Title

Inland Forecast Model Improvements Programme - Upper Thames & Oxford Thames Stage 1 Inception

Notice Description

Inland Forecast Model Improvements Programme - Upper Thames & Oxford Thames Stage 1 Inception

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-60110904-8321-48a9-8ca5-a333a982acd3
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4a7dc3f2-3949-4f58-a983-b91878dc026e
Current Stage
Award
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45246000 - River regulation and flood control works

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£74,929 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£74,929 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
30 Jun 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 Jul 20256 months ago
Contract Period
10 Aug 2025 - 7 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
DEFRA
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

JACOBS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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