OEP124-01 Synthesis of overseas plans to manage pathways of introduction and spread of invasive spec

OFFICE FOR ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION

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24 Jul 2026 at 09:11

Summary of the contracting process

The recent procurement process conducted by the Office for Environmental Protection, under the project titled "OEP124-01 Synthesis of overseas plans to manage pathways of introduction and spread of invasive species", falls under the services category related to environmental management. This contract was awarded to Cambridge Environmental Consulting Limited. The procurement method was limited competition, below threshold, and the process is now at the Award stage, with the contract having started on 8th July 2026 and ending on 30th November 2026. The project is based in the United Kingdom, specifically focusing on actions to support the statutory function of the OEP related to environmental improvement plans.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses involved in environmental consulting, particularly those specialising in research and assessment of ecological strategies and management plans. Companies with a track record in providing analytical insights into environmental policy implementation would find this contract beneficial for expanding their portfolio in the public sector. While the primary requirement is for a large firm like Cambridge Environmental Consulting Limited, smaller firms with innovative solutions and a robust understanding of invasive species management might also find future collaborations advantageous as they align with the strategic goals of environmental improvement pursued by the Office for Environmental Protection.

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Notice Title

OEP124-01 Synthesis of overseas plans to manage pathways of introduction and spread of invasive spec

Notice Description

The objectives of this work are to inform the OEP's scrutiny of domestic pathway action plans in Great Britain by reviewing evidence from selected overseas jurisdictions on the design and implementation of pathway plans, supporting the OEP's statutory function to assess progress towards Environmental Improvement Plans and targets.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06d2d0
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/070068-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

90710000 - Environmental management

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£49,560 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
8 Jul 20264 weeks ago
Contract Period
8 Jul 2026 - 30 Nov 2026 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
OFFICE FOR ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WORCESTER
Postcode
WR5 2QT
Post Town
Worcester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG1 Herefordshire, Worcestershire and Warwickshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG12 Worcestershire CC
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Worcester
Electoral Ward
Nunnery
Westminster Constituency
Worcester

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CAMBRIDGE ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTING

Further Information

Notice Documents

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