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RDE919 - Agricultural Machinery Emissions - Scoping Research and Decarbonisation

DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS

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15 Oct 2025 at 15:45

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs has concluded an award stage in the procurement process titled "RDE919 - Agricultural Machinery Emissions - Scoping Research and Decarbonisation". This contract, aimed at developing a knowledge base for decarbonising agricultural machinery, was awarded on 15 October 2025. The project covers both England and Wales and falls under the industry category of research and development consultancy services, with a contract period beginning on 12 October 2025 and ending on 21 March 2026. Utilizing a selective procurement method through a call-off from a framework agreement, the total value of the contract is £94,550 GBP. The services are to be delivered to various locations, including the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories, and Europe.

This contract offers substantial opportunities for businesses involved in research and development consultancy services, specifically those with a focus on environmental technology and agricultural innovation. While this particular opportunity has been awarded to Ricardo-AEA Ltd, organisations with expertise in emission reduction technologies and a capacity to operate across diverse geographical locations would find similar tenders valuable for business growth. Companies interested in pursuing future opportunities in this sector should consider aligning their services with government objectives for sustainability and innovation within the agricultural industry.

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Notice Title

RDE919 - Agricultural Machinery Emissions - Scoping Research and Decarbonisation

Notice Description

This project will develop a knowledge base for agricultural machinery within England and Wales to aid in decarbonisation within the sector. Contract awarded by Defra.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-6d8f99ec-6d34-4333-b3c7-b8f0bc306041
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f829df2b-13ac-4d30-aefb-7e0ab35178cb
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
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
£94,550 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£94,550 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
11 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 Oct 20254 months ago
Contract Period
11 Oct 2025 - 21 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
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 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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