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RDE950 - Development and Dissemination of Engagement Tools and Best Practice Gui

NATURAL ENGLAND

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21 Nov 2025 at 12:04

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by Natural England, functioning under the Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (Defra), involves a contract titled "RDE950 - Development and Dissemination of Engagement Tools and Best Practice Gui". This project, classified within the research and development consultancy services sector, aims to enhance collaboration with outdoor pig farmers in Norfolk and Suffolk, as well as broader regions within the UK. The procurement stage is in the Award phase, with Ricardo-AEA Ltd having been awarded the contract on 17th November 2025. The procurement method followed a selective approach through a call-off from a framework agreement, with a contract period starting on 10th November 2025 and concluding on 31st March 2026. The contract is valued at £79,973 and focuses on promoting sustainable farming and community engagement across diverse locations including the UK and other territories.

This tender presents significant opportunities for companies involved in research and development consultancy services, particularly those capable of driving sustainable agricultural practices. The engagement focuses on tool development and the dissemination of best-practice guidelines, which could lead to future collaborations and expansions within the agricultural sector. Businesses proficient in networking and community building within the farming industry will find this contract beneficial for establishing a broader footprint in the UK and possibly internationally, given the project's extensive geographic impact.

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Notice Title

RDE950 - Development and Dissemination of Engagement Tools and Best Practice Gui

Notice Description

This phase aims to strengthen engagement with outdoor pig farmers in Norfolk and Suffolk and more widely across the UK by sharing best practices, promoting sustainable farming, and building a collaborative community. Contract awarded by Defra.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-60de673d-6436-454e-a9d0-20b125b5dccc
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1dc1b03c-1bac-4a12-90b8-348df172c8f4
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
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
£79,973 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£79,973 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
9 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Nov 20253 months ago
Contract Period
10 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

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

RICARDO-AEA

Further Information

Notice Documents

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