Award

Science Estate Strategy

DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS

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Award

17 Oct 2025 at 10:16

Summary of the contracting process

The "Science Estate Strategy" tender process, initiated by the Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs, focuses on construction consultancy services within the industry category of services. This procurement involves the delivery of services across several regions, including the East Midlands, South West, and West Midlands in the United Kingdom. The procurement method employed is selective, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. This process has reached the award stage, with the contract awarded to WSP UK Ltd. The contract, valued at £58,915, will commence on 14th October 2025 and conclude on 31st January 2026. Notably, this procurement is tailored towards larger enterprises, as it is not marked suitable for small or medium enterprises (SMEs) or voluntary and community sector enterprises (VCSEs).

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses experienced in providing construction consultancy services. Larger firms with the capability to fulfil the specific requirements detailed by the Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs can leverage this contract to expand their service reach across multiple regions in the UK. Given the selective procurement method based on a framework agreement, businesses with prior engagement in such frameworks are well-positioned to compete effectively. This contract could enhance a company's portfolio within governmental sectors, establishing long-term relationships and fostering business growth.

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Notice Title

Science Estate Strategy

Notice Description

Science Estate Strategy

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-67170238-7fdf-41f3-9dd4-4e27a2dfe43d
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/61173d3b-b580-4195-b3b0-4664fac509ff
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

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71530000 - Construction consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£58,915 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£58,915 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
10 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 Oct 20254 months ago
Contract Period
13 Oct 2025 - 31 Jan 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
DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS
Contact Name
Corbett Phillips
Contact Email
corbett.phillips@defra.gov.uk
Contact Phone
07917733866

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
TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

WSP

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