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28 Jul 2026 at 12:46

Summary of the contracting process

In the recently concluded procurement process, Defra Commercial, a part of the UK government based in London, successfully awarded the contract for the role of Environment Agency Chair. This contract falls under the executive services industry category, as classified by the Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV) code 75111100. The procurement was executed through a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement, and was in the award stage as of 28th July 2026. The contract encompasses services to be delivered globally including in the UK and extends from 1st July 2026 to 1st January 2027, with the initial tender period having closed on 1st June 2026.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for growth, particularly for SMEs and VCSEs, which were identified as suitable during the tender process. The role involves providing executive-level services, making it ideal for consultancy firms or businesses specializing in top-tier management support. The opportunities extend beyond the UK, thus benefiting companies with international service capabilities. Such a role also enhances business portfolios by enabling firms to contribute to high-profile public sector initiatives. The contract, valued at £30,000, has been awarded to Saxton, affirming their capability in delivering executive services for governmental agencies.

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Notice Title

Environment Agency Chair

Notice Description

Environment Agency Chair

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-b3a57fef-272a-4bf2-ad9e-f1b8ea16249b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/06f70cfb-fb04-472e-95a7-3a47d2413926
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
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

75 - Administration, defence and social security services


CPV Codes

75111100 - Executive services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£30,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
1 Jun 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
30 Jun 2026 - 1 Jan 2027 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 COMMERCIAL
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

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

SAXTON

Further Information

Notice Documents

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