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RDE861 - Low Frequency Noise Update

DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS

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23 Sep 2025 at 09:17

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "RDE861 - Low Frequency Noise Update" was managed by the Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (Defra). This contract, relevant to the Research and Development Consultancy Services industry category, has completed its award stage. The procurement followed a selective method through a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender period ended on 14th September 2025, with the contract commencing on 15th September 2025 and concluding on 31st May 2026. It covers several delivery locations: British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom. The project, valued at £34,070.56, was awarded to AECOM Ltd and involves a review of existing guidance in light of new evidence.

This tender offers growth opportunities for businesses specialising in research and development consultancy services, particularly those experienced with noise assessment and environmental studies. Although the tender was not specifically geared towards SMEs or VCSE organisations, companies with a strong presence in consultancy and established ties within the environmental sector would find this an attractive opportunity. Additionally, firms with the capability to collaborate with institutions like Salford University and other experts mentioned in the tender documents would have a competitive edge in similar future procurement processes.

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Notice Title

RDE861 - Low Frequency Noise Update

Notice Description

The project is to cover the following 3 main areas (note: the areas are not mutually exclusive). The existing guidance is to be reviewed in light of any new relevant evidence. The evidence is to be identified in at least two ways: 1. Quick scoping review (QSR) (requirements can be found here) 2. Liaison with relevant experts (as a minimum: Salford University, Richard Collman (if willing), and a practicing EHO) Contract awarded by Defra

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f1748680-bd89-4012-a788-b7e8f92f767a
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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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
£34,070 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£34,070 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
14 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Sep 20255 months ago
Contract Period
14 Sep 2025 - 31 May 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
Bo-Jess Brooks
Contact Email
bo.brooks@defra.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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

AECOM

Further Information

Notice Documents

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