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C27195 Circular Economy Taskforce

DEFRA

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Summary of the contracting process

DEFRA has completed the procurement process for the "C27195 Circular Economy Taskforce," which aims to create an independent expert advisory group. This initiative falls under the industry category of research and development consultancy services. The contractual agreement has been awarded to several suppliers and spans various locations, including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and the United Kingdom. The tender, valued at £189,600, was conducted through a direct procurement method classified as a single tender action due to its below-threshold value. The contract period is set from 7th February 2025 to 31st October 2025.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses involved in research and development consultancy services. Companies specialising in sustainability, circular economy principles, and packaging reform would be particularly well-suited to compete for similar contracts. The involvement of esteemed organisations like DEFRA and the collaboration with multiple suppliers, including SOENECS, Rype Office Ltd, The Green Alliance Trust, and others, highlight the potential for businesses to gain valuable insights and build a robust network within this critical sector. With the focus on expert advisory services, businesses can leverage their expertise to influence policy and drive industry-wide change towards more sustainable practices.

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Notice Title

C27195 Circular Economy Taskforce

Notice Description

Collection and Packaging Reforms Delivery Team, Defra conducted a EOI for an independent expert advisory group: Circular Economy Taskforce - GOV.UK This contract has been put in place to reimburse successful independent expert advisory suppliers for their time and expenses.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-949df011-98f5-4b19-88c1-5eaee691fef7
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fc5f35b8-2431-4a4e-b21c-050c0c596c2a
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
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
£189,600 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£189,600 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Feb 202512 months ago
Submission Deadline
1 Nov 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Feb 20251 years ago
Contract Period
7 Feb 2025 - 31 Oct 2025 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
DEFRA
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
8
Supplier Names

GOUNPACKAGED

LONDON WASTE AND RECYCLING BOARD OPERATING AS RELONDON

RYPE OFFICE

SOENECS

THE GREEN ALLIANCE TRUST

THE ROYAL INSTITUTE OF INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS

UCL CONSULTANTS

WRAP

Further Information

Notice Documents

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