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RDE806 Reviewing the opportunities for Earth Observation data sets to inform Def

DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS

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16 Jul 2025 at 12:02

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (Defra) has concluded the public procurement process titled "RDE806 Reviewing the opportunities for Earth Observation data sets to inform Def." This tender, related to research and development consultancy services, is part of a broader initiative to develop a national soil health indicator by 2028. The procurement utilized a selective method through a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract was awarded on 15th July 2025 to RSK ADAS Limited, and covers regions including the UK, Channel Islands, British Overseas Territories, and beyond. The contract, valued at £78,237, commenced on 15th July 2025 and will run until 28th February 2026. The procurement process is now at the award stage and was marked complete before the tender's closing date on 14th July 2025.

This tender presents key opportunities for businesses involved in innovative monitoring and related technology sectors, particularly those capable of providing specialised consultancy services. While the procurement method was selective, suggesting a pre-approval process, companies with a relevant framework can leverage such opportunities to enhance their portfolio and secure government contracts. Organisations well-suited for future similar tenders include those with expertise in data analysis, environmental monitoring, and agricultural consultancy, especially larger enterprises given the scale of operations involved with projects under Defra's jurisdiction.

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Notice Title

RDE806 Reviewing the opportunities for Earth Observation data sets to inform Def

Notice Description

This project is part of a programme exploring the potential for novel monitoring technologies to contribute to Defra's public commitment to delivering a national scale soil health indicator by 2028. Contract awarded by Defra.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-9f57562f-a3c0-4ad4-aa12-a97724abe16f
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2377af21-447c-41ea-9809-682a1cd38eda
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
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
£78,237 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£78,237 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Jul 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
14 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 Jul 20257 months ago
Contract Period
14 Jul 2025 - 28 Feb 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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