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16 Jul 2026 at 14:47

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "ES RDE 071 - CSF_HYPE Development and support" was initiated by the Environment Agency, a public authority classed as sub-central government in the United Kingdom. This contract involves the development of a new spatially distributed tracer for pesticide simulation, aiming to enhance water quality through on-farm mitigation measures. It was conducted using a selective procurement method under a framework agreement, and the contract was signed on 13th July 2026. The contract, valued at £49,962, runs from 21st July 2026 to 31st March 2027. The industry category for this procurement is research and development services and related consultancy services, with the project located in London.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for businesses focused on research and consultancy services related to environmental solutions. Companies with expertise in developing innovative agricultural and environmental technologies would be well-suited to engage with this type of project. As a selective procurement under the framework, it offers opportunities for both direct engagement with the Environment Agency and the potential for future collaborations in similar projects. Large-scale consulting firms, particularly those familiar with pesticide simulations and environmental impact assessments, would find this contract beneficial for expanding their service offerings and strengthening their portfolio in the public sector.

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Notice Title

ES RDE 071 - CSF_HYPE Development and support

Notice Description

Environment Agency self - serve Direct Award Develop a new spatially distributed tracer for pesticide simulation The purpose is to simulate how pesticides behave in the environment following the implementation of on-farm mitigation measures designed to reduce their impact on water quality.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06cd29
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/067383-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - award under framework
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
£49,962 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Jul 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
20 Jul 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ENVIRONMENT AGENCY
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

JEREMY BENN ASSOCIATES LIMITED (T/A JBA CONSULTING

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