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ES RDE 002 - Future Climate Risk and Agricultural Outputs

DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS

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13 Mar 2026 at 09:49

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Environment Food & Rural Affairs (DEFRA), located in London, is conducting a procurement process titled "ES RDE 002 - Future Climate Risk and Agricultural Outputs." This tender is categorised under Research and Development Services and Related Consultancy Services and focuses on gathering evidence for transitioning towards regenerative agriculture to enhance climate resilience. The procurement is in the Award stage, with WSP UK Limited as the confirmed supplier. The contract commenced on 2nd March 2026 and will conclude on 31st March 2026, with a total gross value of £11,968.50. Despite being a below-threshold procurement, it marks a critical initiative towards sustainable agricultural practices.

This tender represents a valuable opportunity for businesses involved in environmental consultancy, research, and development, particularly those specialising in climate risk and sustainable agriculture solutions. Large enterprises like WSP UK Limited provide a model of success, showcasing their capabilities in executing services that align with the tender's objectives. Businesses with expertise in resilience strategies and agricultural innovation could benefit in growing their portfolios and contributing to DEFRA's climate resilience goals. The awarded contract invites collaboration from firms capable of providing insightful research and consultancy services to support the transition to regenerative agricultural practices.

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Notice Title

ES RDE 002 - Future Climate Risk and Agricultural Outputs

Notice Description

Environment Agency Self-service direct award. The 'Exploring Resilience' project, led by the Environment Agency, aims to gather evidence on how a shift towards regenerative agriculture could support a transition to a more climate resilient future for the Region.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-066945
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022715-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - unknown
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£9,973 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Mar 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Feb 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
2 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2026 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT FOOD & 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

WSP

Further Information

Notice Documents

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