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Agroforestry

DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL

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06 Oct 2020 at 07:30

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves the Defra Network eTendering Portal, which is conducting a tender titled "Agroforestry." This initiative is aimed at researching the feasibility of mechanisms to enhance agroforestry uptake in England, with a contract value of £134,426. The primary industry category is research and development services, specifically focusing on research services. The contract period is set to commence on 1st November 2020 and conclude on 31st May 2023. This procurement, classified as a direct method under a single tender action, has already reached the award stage, with an active award date of 15th September 2020, having a tender end date of 8th July 2020.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in research and consultancy in environmental studies, particularly those focusing on agroforestry or agricultural productivity. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) would be well-suited to participate in this tender process, given the emphasis on innovative solutions to increase tree cover while maintaining agricultural productivity. Businesses that specialise in sustainable practices and have a proven track record in research services may find this procurement particularly beneficial for growth.

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Notice Title

Agroforestry

Notice Description

To Test the feasibility of mechanisms to support and increase agroforestry uptake in England. Agroforestry has the potential to increase tree cover whilst maintaining agricultural productivity and delivering multiple public goods. The Test will collate and review current information on the barriers and incentives to uptake. Additional information: Please note that Defra procurement uses an E-tendering system for Procurement activities. This is currently provided by Bravo Solutions. To access appropriate tendering and contractual documents, please access the E-Tendering portal at https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk", ensuring that your registration includes "Defra". If you have any problems with this system, please contact Bravo on their telephone helpline number 0800 368 4850 or by emailing them at help@bravosolution.co.uk.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-63532604-4312-4155-a425-1b38928f468d
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f220dad2-5912-43fb-ae96-1065494e084a
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

73110000 - Research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£134,426 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£134,426 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Oct 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
8 Jul 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 Sep 20205 years ago
Contract Period
1 Nov 2020 - 31 May 2023 2-3 years
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 NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL
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

ORGANIC RESEARCH CENTRE

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