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Project ASPEN Final Phase (Project Reporting & Closure)

ANIMAL AND PLANT HEALTH AGENCY

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04 Jun 2026 at 08:24

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Animal and Plant Health Agency, operating under the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, has completed the procurement process for the "Project ASPEN Final Phase (Project Reporting & Closure)" through a direct award. This contract, valued at £20,200 (excluding VAT), commenced on 1 June 2026 and concluded on 30 June 2026. The project required RAB Consultants Limited to deliver the final report utilising existing data and methodologies without expanding the scope of the original contract. Furthermore, this procurement took place under the UK Public Contracts Regulations 2015, categorised within the services industry, specifically under "Services furnished by business, professional and specialist organisations," and was conducted below the competitive threshold due to the supplier's unique technical involvement.

This tender presents opportunities for businesses specialising in consultancy services within the public sector, particularly those capable of completing projects with continuity and existing knowledge bases. The direct procurement method used in this instance highlights a preference for suppliers with prior engagement and proficiency in delivering specialised reports, aligning with regulatory standards. Businesses experienced in working with government organisations and possessing niche expertise in project reporting and data analysis would find strong potential for growth through similar contracts.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Project ASPEN Final Phase (Project Reporting & Closure)

Notice Description

This procurement relates to the delivery of the outstanding final report under a previous contract (C28984), which was originally awarded to RAB Consultants Limited following an open competition conducted under the Public Contracts Regulations 2015. The original contract has now expired and cannot be extended in accordance with its terms. The scope of this direct award is strictly limited to the completion and delivery of the final report, utilising existing data, analysis, and methodologies already developed during earlier phases of the project. There is no expansion of scope, no introduction of new services, and no material alteration to the nature of the original requirement. The contract will run from 01 June 2026 to 30 June 2026, with a total value of PS20,200 (excluding VAT), and no provision for extension. The Authority considers that this direct award is justified under Section 41 of the Procurement Act 2023, relying on Schedule 5, paragraph 6 (single supplier). Due to the supplier's unique technical knowledge and prior involvement, only RAB Consultants Limited can complete the requirement without disproportionate duplication of effort, delay, and cost. Introducing a new supplier at this stage would not represent value for money. This approach is considered proportionate given the low contract value and the confined scope of the requirement, ensuring continuity of delivery while maintaining compliance with procurement legislation.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06acfa
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052578-2026
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

98 - Other community, social and personal services

CPV Codes

98110000 - Services furnished by business, professional and specialist organisations

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£20,200 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Jun 2026Today
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 May 20263 days ago
Contract Period
31 May 2026 - 30 Jun 2026 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ANIMAL AND PLANT HEALTH AGENCY
Additional Buyers

DEPARTMENT FOR 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

RAB CONSULTANTS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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