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RDE757 Study on Air Quality Impact of New and Emerging Low Carbon Technologies

DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS

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22 May 2025 at 14:39

Summary of the contracting process

The recent procurement process undertaken by the Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (DEFRA) focused on a study regarding the air quality impact of new and emerging low-carbon technologies, titled "RDE757 Study on Air Quality Impact of New and Emerging Low Carbon Technologies". The classification lies within the research and development consultancy services industry category. Although the locations related to the procurement include the British Overseas Territories, the Channel Islands, Europe, the Isle of Man, the Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom, the contracting is primarily based out of London, UK. This procurement has reached the award stage, as contracts were awarded on 6th March 2025, following a call-off from a framework agreement with the supplier WSP UK Ltd, known for their expertise in environmental consultancy. The contract commenced on 25th February 2025 and is set to conclude on 16th June 2025, with a total contract value of £10,067.20.

This procurement creates significant opportunities for businesses with a strong background in environmental research and consulting, especially those experienced in low-carbon technology studies. While the process specifically utilised a selective procurement method through a framework agreement call-off, indicating that it may not have been suitable for SMEs or VCSEs, it highlights DEFRA's commitment to partnering with specialised suppliers such as WSP UK Ltd. Businesses interested in future opportunities within this domain should focus on establishing expertise in innovative emissions analysis and forging alliances within existing procurement frameworks to enhance competitive advantage and facilitate growth.

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Notice Title

RDE757 Study on Air Quality Impact of New and Emerging Low Carbon Technologies

Notice Description

Research into emissions from emerging technologies is necessary to enable a sufficient response to the UK's NZ policy ambitions, as well as for more accurate forecasting of future emissions. Defra commissioned in 2023 WSP to conduct a study regarding the impact of new and emerging low-carbon technologies on air quality. Contract awarded by DEFRA.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-bc2aa89c-bda6-4667-94cb-cb78ecbed79c
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8194f07f-75b0-4d45-b1fd-6ed02c0a009a
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
£10,067 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£10,067 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
24 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Mar 202511 months ago
Contract Period
25 Feb 2025 - 16 Jun 2025 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
Bo-Jess Brooks
Contact Email
bo.brooks@defra.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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

WSP

Further Information

Notice Documents

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