Planning

Research, Development and Evidence (RDE) Framework Renewal

DEFRA GROUP COMMERCIAL

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Planning

14 Jan 2025 at 14:58

Planning Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (Defra Group Commercial) is planning a public procurement process titled "Research, Development and Evidence (RDE) Framework Renewal". This tender falls under the services industry category, specifically focusing on research and development consultancy services. The procurement process is currently in the planning stage, with the tender period set to begin on 14th April 2025. The contract is scheduled to start on 31st January 2026 and will conclude on 31st January 2029. The procurement method is a selective process, specifically a competitive procedure with negotiation. The total value of the contract is estimated at £200,000,000 GBP, and the work location is within the United Kingdom.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses specializing in research and development consultancy services, providing a significant long-term contract that could fuel growth and expansion. However, it may not be suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) or voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) due to the scale and scope of the contract. Large organisations with robust experience in research and development, particularly those capable of negotiating in competitive scenarios, will find this tender particularly well-suited to their capacities. Engaging in this procurement process can lead to establishing strong connections with Defra and participating in strategic projects that influence environmental and agricultural policies in the UK.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Research, Development and Evidence (RDE) Framework Renewal

Notice Description

RDE Framework Renewal

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04cfeb
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001207-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planning Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive procedure with negotiation
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
£200,000,000 £100M-£1B
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Jan 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Jan 2026 - 31 Jan 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEFRA GROUP COMMERCIAL
Contact Name
Terri-Louise Collings
Contact Email
terri-louise.collings@defra.gov.uk
Contact Phone
03459335577

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

Further Information

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