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RDE830 - Progressing beyond recycling for a circular economy

DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS

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Award

01 Sep 2025 at 10:55

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "RDE830 - Progressing beyond recycling for a circular economy" was conducted by the Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (Defra). This contract falls under the industry category of Research and Development Consultancy Services and covers various locations, including the UK, Europe, and worldwide. The contract has progressed to the award stage, with the award dated 28th August 2025. The contract, valued at £10,642, was tendered using a selective procurement method through a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract period is set from 8th September to 3rd November 2025.

This tender represents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in circular economy research and development. It is particularly beneficial for those with a focus on mapping and addressing evidence gaps beyond recycling initiatives. Although not specifically suitable for small or medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) or voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), established consultancy firms with a track record in environmental research and development could find this opportunity aligns well with their business growth strategies. The contract was awarded to ABPmer, suggesting a competitive environ wherein similar entities could excel in future opportunities.

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Notice Title

RDE830 - Progressing beyond recycling for a circular economy

Notice Description

Aim to map the current circularity landscape and remaining evidence gaps for areas above recycling in the circularity ladder. Contract awarded by Defra.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-8df5b212-ab62-4e8b-bf9c-768fb3c7f608
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3e460340-e2f6-4737-a133-fcf818660764
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

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£10,642 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£10,642 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
7 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Aug 20255 months ago
Contract Period
7 Sep 2025 - 3 Nov 2025 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
Bo-Jess Brooks
Contact Email
bo.brooks@defra.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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

ABPMER

Further Information

Notice Documents

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