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title: "RDE909 - Research to underpin update of Codes of Practice"
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# RDE909 - Research to underpin update of Codes of Practice

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-1dbc6e69-a503-4633-b013-a1c3e81b2fd1

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## Summary

The contracting process titled "RDE909 - Research to underpin update of Codes of Practice" was conducted by the Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (Defra), based in London, UK. The procurement process is categorised under "Research and development consultancy services," and it involves a contract to review and update the Code of Practice related to Plant Protection Products in England and Wales. This award stage contract was completed on 2nd September 2025, following a selective procurement method through a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract, valued at £49,997.80, is active from 1st September 2025 to 31st March 2026, covering the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom.

This tender represents significant business growth opportunities for companies specialising in research and consultancy within the environmental and agricultural sectors. Although not designed specifically for SMEs or VCSEs, larger consulting firms with expertise in environmental compliance and policy development are well-suited to tender. RSK ADAS Limited, indicative of the type of large-scale providers capable of fulfilling the contract requirements, has been awarded this contract. Companies with the capability to deliver comprehensive environmental research services can leverage such contracts to expand portfolios and establish stronger reputations in governmental consultancy markets.

## Notice

Defra and HSE propose to review and update the Code of Practice for Using Plant Protection Products (PPPs) for England and Wales and the Code of Practice for Suppliers of Pesticides to ensure the continued effective protection of the environment, human health, and productivity. Contract awarded by Defra.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/150cd1e1-68d4-4c2b-8258-f1de3ac337fd |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 4 Sep 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 31 Aug 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 1 Sep 2025 |
| Contract period | 31 Aug 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £49,997 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £49,997 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1P 4DF |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | St James's |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | RSK ADAS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

## Release History

- 4 Sep 2025 at 13:06 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/150cd1e1-68d4-4c2b-8258-f1de3ac337fd

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/150cd1e1-68d4-4c2b-8258-f1de3ac337fd
  4th September 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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