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pEPR - Packaging Material Switching Work

DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT, FOOD AND RURAL AFFAIRS

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11 Aug 2025 at 13:36

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31 Jul 2025 at 14:17

Summary of the contracting process

The Department of Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, located in London, is overseeing a procurement process titled "pEPR - Packaging Material Switching Work" within the services industry category. This contract aims to establish a comprehensive database of packaging materials and analyse related industry trends in response to the pEPR policy. The procurement process, which is currently in the award stage, was conducted through a direct method below the threshold without competition. Key dates for this process include the contract period from 6th August 2025, ending on 1st October 2025. Pack IDS Ltd, a small and medium enterprise based in Haverhill, has been awarded the contract, marking it as an essential player in packaging services under CPV code 79920000.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in packaging services, particularly those capable of conducting in-depth market analysis and database management. The project's focus on examining industry reactions to policy changes could benefit firms interested in developing or adapting their packaging strategies. The chance for small to medium enterprises to secure contracts through a direct procurement method showcases the importance of niche expertise and strong supplier relationships. Consequently, businesses that can offer innovative solutions and insights into material switching are well-positioned to compete effectively in such tenders.

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Notice Title

pEPR - Packaging Material Switching Work

Notice Description

- Formation of a 250-item data base of packaging and associated data (e.g., unit prices, unit weights etc.,) with final criteria will be finalised at the start of the contract with the supplier - A summary report analysing the data from the data base as well as other industry trends with further data gathered from literature reviews and industry interviews. - Report will focus on a snapshot few of how businesses are reacting to pEPR policy with a focus on switching and reactions to RAM v1.1

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-056a63
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047677-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

79920000 - Packaging and related services

79921000 - Packaging services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£10,500 Under £100K
Contracts Value
£10,500 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Jul 20256 months ago
Contract Period
5 Aug 2025 - 1 Oct 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT, FOOD AND RURAL AFFAIRS
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
ademola.olagunju@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

PACK IDS

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