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Digital Operating Model Review

DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT, FOOD AND RURAL AFFAIRS

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04 Nov 2025 at 14:50

Summary of the contracting process

The Department of Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) has completed the procurement for a "Digital Operating Model Review", focusing on the effectiveness and sustainability of their current digital framework. This procurement process is categorised under IT services: consulting, software development, and internet support. The awarded contract, valued at £9,600, commenced on 5th November 2025 and is expected to conclude by 16th December 2025, with the possibility of an extension for up to three weeks. The procurement method was a direct award, owing to its below-threshold status, thus not requiring competition. The process has reached the award stage with Chiltern House Capital Limited, a small and medium-sized enterprise (SME), acting as the supplier.

This contract signifies a significant opportunity for SMEs specialising in IT consultancy and digital model development to engage with central government and enhance their portfolio in public sector projects. Given the direct procurement method, it favours smaller firms capable of swiftly mobilising resources to deliver focused reviews and recommendations. Companies with expertise in digital strategy and operational assessment may find similar opportunities appealing for extending their influence in government contracting networks.

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Notice Title

Digital Operating Model Review

Notice Description

This short, focused review will assess the effectiveness, alignment, and sustainability of Defra's current digital operating model.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05da04
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/070894-2025
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

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support


CPV Codes

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£9,600 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
3 Nov 20253 months ago
Contract Period
5 Nov 2025 - 16 Dec 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
jose.socao@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

CHILTERN HOUSE CAPITAL

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