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FCP Natural Environment Valuation Model (NEV): Phase 2 - assessing the deliverab

DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT, FOOD AND RURAL AFFAIRS

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10 Sep 2025 at 11:30

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10 Sep 2025 at 11:29

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15 Jul 2025 at 11:31

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11 Jul 2025 at 14:50

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) has awarded a contract titled "FCP Natural Environment Valuation Model (NEV): Phase 2 - assessing the deliverability of environmental objectives" to the University of Exeter. This contract focuses on advancing research aimed at optimising environmental objectives for farming under varied scenarios, using a unique modelling tool developed by the supplier. The project is concentrated within the services category and is recognised under the classification of social research services. The procurement was carried out through a direct award method, citing technical reasons for selecting a sole supplier. The contract commenced on 4th September 2025 and is anticipated to conclude by 31st March 2026, with potential extensions reaching a maximum extent date of 30th September 2026, covering regions throughout the UK.

This tender presents notable opportunities for businesses engaged in environmental research and modelling, particularly those with expertise in developing and utilising advanced decision-making tools for environmental management. The project seeks to leverage unique capabilities in spatial-temporal modelling to deliver strategic insights for policy optimisation. Companies with proficiencies in environmental consultancy, policy advisory, and research and development might find this contract particularly appealing, aligning with current governmental priorities in sustainability and environmental performance enhancement. Access to such government contracts could facilitate further growth by expanding their portfolio of governmental projects and enhancing their reputation in the public sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

FCP Natural Environment Valuation Model (NEV): Phase 2 - assessing the deliverab

Notice Description

Natural Environment Valuation Model (NEV): Phase 2 - assessing the deliverability of environmental objectives for farming under different scenarios Defra requires an R&D piece of work using a unique modelling tool developed by the supplier, that is capable of modelling the natural environment and farmer decisions, optimising policy pathways for the delivery of government targets and can do so spatially, temporally and rapidly. Phase 2 will seek to define optimal design for the delivery of nature while maximising delivery of water quality, air quality, and carbon objectives

Procurement Information

Direct award justification is due to an absence of competition for technical reasons, only a particular supplier can supply the goods, services or works required. Technical expertise required from the supplier using a unique modelling tool they have developed.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-055dcd
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055303-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

CPV Codes

79315000 - Social research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£399,760 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
£399,760 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Sep 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Jul 20251 years ago
Contract Period
4 Sep 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active, Pending
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT, FOOD AND 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
Postcode Area
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

University Of Exeter

Further Information

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