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Offshore Wind Strategic Monitoring Data Flows

DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Environment Food & Rural Affairs (Defra) has awarded a contract for the "Offshore Wind Strategic Monitoring Data Flows" project. This procurement, under industry category "Research and development consultancy services", aims to both safeguard the marine environment and advance offshore wind deployment. Awarded on 20th October 2025, the contract extends from 17th October 2025 to 2nd March 2026. Conducted through a selective procurement method as a call-off from a framework agreement, the contract is based in the United Kingdom and carries a total value of £38,970.

This contract presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in environmental monitoring and renewable energy consultancy services, particularly those equipped to enhance strategic data flows in marine environments. Although not suited for SMEs or VCSEs, large enterprises with a focus on developing offshore wind technologies and environmental protection can leverage this opportunity to extend their market presence and contribute to sustainable energy solutions, fostering growth in the renewable sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Offshore Wind Strategic Monitoring Data Flows

Notice Description

his aims to ensure protection of the marine environment, whilst supporting acceleration of offshore wind deployment. Contract awarded by Defra.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-6ff00676-d27e-4789-8c44-9a1193353927
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1d76569a-fb45-404d-b66b-bde741382c6c
Current Stage
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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
Large

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
£38,970 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£38,970 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Nov 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
16 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Oct 20256 months ago
Contract Period
16 Oct 2025 - 2 Mar 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

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 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

THE MARINE BIOLOGICAL ASSOCIATION OF THE

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