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RDE723 Pesticide Load Indicator - Phase 6

DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS

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03 Dec 2024 at 18:02

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (DEFRA) has awarded a contract titled "RDE723 Pesticide Load Indicator - Phase 6" for research and development consultancy services. This contract aims to update the UK Pesticide Load Indicator using the latest data from the Pesticide Usage Surveys and improve the reporting tool to promote sustainable pesticide use in agriculture. The contract, valued at £49,647.95, was awarded to Fera Science Ltd and will span from 1st December 2024 to 21st March 2025, covering the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and the United Kingdom. The procurement process, initiated through a selective method as a call-off from a framework agreement, is now in the award stage.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specializing in research and development within the agricultural sector. Small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) involved in environmental consultancy and data analytics would find this contract particularly relevant. Engaging in such government projects can enhance business credibility, expand expertise, and open doors to future high-value contracts with public sector organisations. Fera Science Ltd, a large company based in York, has been awarded the contract, showcasing the potential for businesses of all sizes to participate in substantial public tenders.

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Notice Title

RDE723 Pesticide Load Indicator - Phase 6

Notice Description

This project will involve updating the UK Pesticide Load Indicator (PLI) with the latest available data generated through the Pesticide Usage Surveys, address limitations with the current methodology, and improve the reporting tool, with the aim of exploring progress across the UK towards more sustainable use of pesticides in agriculture.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-c92e260d-88db-4c9b-9caf-6a8877fb7b14
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/94f15830-a1e5-4f3a-8906-37f83d7975f8
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
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
£49,647 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£49,647 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Dec 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
22 Nov 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Nov 20241 years ago
Contract Period
1 Dec 2024 - 21 Mar 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
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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

FERA SCIENCE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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