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RDE972 - Establishing the limitations of design: Water efficiency

ENVIRONMENT AGENCY

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24 Dec 2025 at 12:40

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "RDE972 - Establishing the limitations of design: Water efficiency" was led by the Environment Agency and is focused on research and development consultancy services. The process was completed under a selective procurement method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The award was made to Water Research Centre Limited for a contract value of £49,990. The contract, which addresses the impact of Building Regulations (Part G) on water consumption in new build properties, covers a wide range of locations including the United Kingdom and several regions overseas. Key dates include the tender period end date on 8th December 2025, the start of the contract on 9th December 2025, and its end date on 31st March 2026. The procurement stage is now at the award phase, having been concluded with an award notice published on 24th December 2025.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for consultancy firms specialising in research and development, particularly those with expertise in environmental and water efficiency sectors. Given the selective procurement method, businesses that are part of relevant framework agreements were well-suited to compete, allowing them to leverage existing contractual relationships. The awarded contract highlights the potential for growth in areas aligning with public sector priorities, especially for firms capable of delivering insightful methodologies and evaluations pertinent to regulatory impacts. Additionally, this project offers a platform for businesses to demonstrate their capability and potentially secure further contracts in the field of sustainability and regulatory consultancy services.

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Notice Title

RDE972 - Establishing the limitations of design: Water efficiency

Notice Description

Review of the current process and develop a methodology with guidance for the monitoring and evaluation of the impact of Building Regulations (Part G) on water consumption in new build properties. Contract awarded by Defra.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-9c2aef76-d63e-4d34-a499-cb3d5ef434d0
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/411d9884-67c2-46ac-9e7f-545b771e9552
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
£49,990 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£49,990 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
8 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Dec 20252 months ago
Contract Period
9 Dec 2025 - 31 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
ENVIRONMENT AGENCY
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

WATER RESEARCH CENTRE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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