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RDE911 - An investigation into the effect of international differences in produc

DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS

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20 Oct 2025 at 16:19

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (Defra) has concluded the award phase of a selective procurement process with the title "RDE911 - An investigation into the effect of international differences in production standards." This procurement focuses on research and development consultancy services, aiming to understand the price and competition impacts of production standards between the UK and its trading partners. A call-off from a framework agreement was employed in this procurement, with the award granted to RSK ADAS Limited. The tender is valued at £48,798, covering delivery across numerous regions, including the United Kingdom and other overseas territories. Key dates include the award date on 15th October 2025, with a contract period spanning from 15th October 2025 to 16th March 2026.

This tender represents a significant growth opportunity for large-scale businesses within the research and development sector, particularly those with expertise in examining international market dynamics. Companies like RSK ADAS Limited, which possess a robust infrastructure and experience in competitive analysis and consultancy services, are well-suited to compete in such procurement opportunities. Engaging with similar tenders can position large enterprises to expand their footprint in government contracts and foster partnerships with influential governmental bodies like Defra.

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Notice Title

RDE911 - An investigation into the effect of international differences in produc

Notice Description

To improve our understanding of the price and competition effects of differences in production standards between the UK and the countries which we import goods from. Contract awarded by Defra.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-abd1e5ad-f42a-4058-8440-aac4b04df29e
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/59837c13-3eab-412d-a959-2566f2f4345a
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
£48,798 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£48,798 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
14 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 Oct 20254 months ago
Contract Period
14 Oct 2025 - 16 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
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 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

RSK ADAS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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