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Cost of Soil Degradation - RDE Mini Comp - Sub Lot 1.1

DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS

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25 Mar 2025 at 10:45

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (Defra) has completed a selective procurement process for research services, specifically focused on the "Cost of Soil Degradation - RDE Mini Comp - Sub Lot 1.1". This project aims to identify current soil degradation threats and produce updated economic values for these threats, contributing to environmental research. The awarded contract, managed by RSK ADAS Limited, commenced on 24th March 2025 and will conclude on 7th March 2026. The tender, initiated on 16th January 2025, falls under the CPV classification 73110000 (Research services) and includes diverse delivery locations such as the UK, Europe, British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, and globally, highlighting its broad international scope.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in environmental research and consulting, particularly those with expertise in soil analysis and economic evaluations related to environmental impact. SMEs and VCSEs with innovative solutions can participate in similar procurement processes facilitated by framework agreements with Defra. Firms like RSK ADAS Limited can leverage such contracts to enhance their portfolio, demonstrating sector leadership and expanding their market presence within the environmental research industry. This contract also signifies potential networking opportunities with other international bodies and stakeholders focused on environmental analytics.

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Notice Title

Cost of Soil Degradation - RDE Mini Comp - Sub Lot 1.1

Notice Description

The purpose of this research is to identify the current soil degradation threats and to produce updated economic values for the cost of the identified threats.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-866f3ae5-1e79-4579-895a-e51702ec6000
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6cac964b-1dc8-4449-b2fd-4e9ac856cf30
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
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73110000 - Research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£142,922 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Mar 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
16 Jan 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Mar 202511 months ago
Contract Period
24 Mar 2025 - 7 Mar 2026 6-12 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 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

RSK ADAS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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