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Nitrogen reduction feasibility study - air quality

NATURAL ENGLAND

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03 Dec 2025 at 09:19

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Summary of the contracting process

Natural England has completed the procurement process for a feasibility study on nitrogen reduction aimed at enhancing air quality in Yorkshire and the Humber, United Kingdom. Classified under research consultancy services, this contract follows a selective procurement method via a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender period concluded on 7th November 2025, with the contract set to run from 11th November 2025 to 27th March 2026. The award, valued at £29,757.20, was actively announced on 3rd December 2025.

This tender provides an opportunity for businesses specialising in environmental consultancy and research services to contribute to significant regional environmental improvements. Small and medium-sized enterprises are particularly suited for such opportunities, though the current awardee, RICARDO-AEA LIMITED, is a large supplier, indicating potential for collaborative or subcontracting partnerships. With the emphasis on sustainability and environmental impact, companies with expertise in air quality and emissions reduction may find growth avenues within such projects, helping them expand their influence and service offerings.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Nitrogen reduction feasibility study - air quality

Notice Description

Nitrogen reduction feasibility study - air quality

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-f2860d11-4c60-497f-87e5-52be188ce320
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bc9d2d5d-ccf3-4e28-8526-ed9994d3801a
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
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73210000 - Research consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£29,757 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£29,757 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
7 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 Nov 20253 months ago
Contract Period
11 Nov 2025 - 27 Mar 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NATURAL ENGLAND
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
YORK
Postcode
YO1 7PX
Post Town
York
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE2 North Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE21 York
Delivery Location
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Local Authority
York
Electoral Ward
Guildhall
Westminster Constituency
York Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

RICARDO-AEA

Further Information

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