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Coastal Group Chairs East Suffolk

ENVIRONMENT AGENCY

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24 Oct 2025 at 12:21

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Summary of the contracting process

The recent public procurement contracting process led by the Environment Agency, a sub-central government authority based in London, concluded with the awarding of the 'Coastal Group Chairs East Suffolk' contract. This project falls under the services category and specifically involves infrastructure works consultancy services focusing on coastal flooding and erosion management, aligned with Defra's priorities. The procurement was carried out using a direct method, below the threshold and without competition. The contract commenced on 22nd October 2025 and is set to conclude by 1st April 2028, with a contract value of £36,000. The supplier for this contract is East Suffolk Council, reflecting localised implementation led by a large-scale organisation.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in consultancy services related to coastal infrastructure and environmental management. The contract's focus on flood and erosion risk management aligns with broader environmental objectives, making it a perfect match for companies operating within this industry sector. Particularly, businesses with expertise in coastal region projects and a track record of working with government bodies are well-positioned to engage in similar future procurements, potentially fostering business growth and establishing strategic collaborations within the environmental sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Coastal Group Chairs East Suffolk

Notice Description

The role of Coastal Group Network Chairs (CGNCs) in order to advise on coastal flooding and erosion relating to Defra's Flood and Coastal Erosion Risk Management (FCERM) priority outcome.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05d367
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068200-2025
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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

71311300 - Infrastructure works consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£36,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Oct 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Oct 20256 months ago
Contract Period
21 Oct 2025 - 1 Apr 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ENVIRONMENT AGENCY
Additional Buyers

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
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

EAST SUFFOLK COUNCIL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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