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RDE1013 - Omnibus Survey for Woodland Carbon Purchase Fund

DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS

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20 Jan 2026 at 17:09

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (Defra) has completed a procurement process titled "RDE1013 - Omnibus Survey for Woodland Carbon Purchase Fund," focusing on research and development consultancy services. This selective procurement was conducted as a call-off from a framework agreement. Key dates in this process include the end of the tender period on 31st December 2025 and the award date on 23rd December 2025. The contract commenced on 1st January 2026 and is set to conclude on 2nd March 2026. This procurement covers various regions, including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, the Isle of Man, and the United Kingdom, with a total contract value of £7,400.

This contract, awarded to Ipsos, presents opportunities for businesses operating in the research and development consultancy services sector to engage in projects that contribute to governmental initiatives. Businesses with expertise in public opinion surveying and consultancy, particularly those interested in environmental and carbon-related projects, will find this tender valuable for expanding their portfolio. Although the contract was not specifically designated for SMEs or VCSEs, firms with relevant experience in consultancy services for governmental bodies can leverage such opportunities for growth and visibility within the industry.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

RDE1013 - Omnibus Survey for Woodland Carbon Purchase Fund

Notice Description

An omnibus survey with the general public to ascertain their feelings towards government buying and selling woodland assets for a profit that can be invested back into Government. Contract awarded by Defra.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-fa6df470-0d84-4191-af5f-3eb16a8e7042
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c6685e0d-e49d-47b1-86c1-3db6354af6e0
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
£7,400 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£7,400 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
31 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Dec 20252 months ago
Contract Period
1 Jan 2026 - 2 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
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 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

IPSOS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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