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RDE988 - Understanding potable and non-potable water demand in the OxCam Corrid

ENVIRONMENT AGENCY

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13 Jan 2026 at 18:52

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "RDE988 - Understanding potable and non-potable water demand in the OxCam Corridor" was conducted by the Environment Agency. This contract, valued at £48,479.63, falls under the "Research and development consultancy services" category within the services industry. It covers a geographical scope including the UK and other territories such as the Channel Islands and the Isle of Man, with aims to enhance the evidence base regarding water demand across selected non-domestic sectors in the Oxford-Cambridge Corridor. The tender stage is complete, with the procurement method described as a selective call-off from a framework agreement. The contract was awarded to the UK Centre for Ecology & Hydrology (UKCEH) and spans from 12th January 2026 to 31st March 2026.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in research and consultancy services, particularly those with expertise in water resource management and environmental studies. Although not specifically targeted at SMEs or VCSEs, companies operating at a larger scale would be well-suited to engage in this contract, given the complex nature of the requirements. The analysis and insights gained through this procurement could foster business growth by aligning with initiatives that address sustainability and infrastructural developments in the region.

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Notice Title

RDE988 - Understanding potable and non-potable water demand in the OxCam Corrid

Notice Description

Develop a robust evidence base on potable and non-potable water demand across selected non-domestic sectors in the Oxford-Cambridge Corridor. Contract awarded by Defra.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-9e3e7e13-0289-41b1-97b8-de7c824c9f07
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8bd1b2b8-a362-4515-b777-01e330d4ef60
Current Stage
Award
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
£48,479 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£48,479 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
11 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Jan 20261 months ago
Contract Period
12 Jan 2026 - 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

UK CENTRE FOR ECOLOGY & HYDROLOGY (UKCEH

Further Information

Notice Documents

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