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RDE644 - Alternative Fuels

ENVIRONMENT AGENCY

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11 Dec 2025 at 09:33

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process outlined involves a contract titled "RDE644 - Alternative Fuels", initiated by the Environment Agency, a branch of the Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (Defra) in the UK. The contract, valued at GBP 74,227.5, falls under the category of research and development consultancy services. It involves investigating the environmental impacts of various alternative fuels, including ammonia, biomethane, sustainable aviation fuels, and biodiesel. The procurement process utilised a selective method via a call-off from a framework agreement. The procurement stage is currently at the award stage, with the contract awarded to Ricardo-AEA Ltd. The contract period is from 6th September 2024 to 14th February 2025, covering locations such as the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom.

This tender creates significant opportunities for businesses focused on environmental consultancy and alternative fuel technology. Companies with expertise in lifecycle analysis and sustainable energy solutions would be well-positioned to engage in such tenders. Although the contract already has an awardee, similar future opportunities can propel business growth for firms capable of providing innovative research and consultancy services in the environmental sector. Businesses interested in government contracts and possessing a strong research capability in sustainable practices stand to benefit from aligning with such governmental priorities.

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Notice Title

RDE644 - Alternative Fuels

Notice Description

The overall aim is to understand the environmental impacts of alternative fuels (in particular ammonia, biomethane, sustainable aviation fuels and biodiesel) throughout their lifecycle. Contract awarded by Defra.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-fb19808f-a976-45b2-8d88-c3b0f91691c5
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c4c9e16c-d095-4eff-b38d-2708e6e9cfe4
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
£74,227 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£74,227 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
5 Sep 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Sep 20241 years ago
Contract Period
5 Sep 2024 - 14 Feb 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
ENVIRONMENT AGENCY
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

RICARDO-AEA

Further Information

Notice Documents

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