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title: "RDE826 Reaching Net Zero within a Circular Economy - Phase 2: Broadening our Und"
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# RDE826 Reaching Net Zero within a Circular Economy - Phase 2: Broadening our Und

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-1ede3713-40d6-415c-889b-d3ffba69f473

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## Summary

The Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (Defra) has completed the award stage for the contract titled "RDE826 Reaching Net Zero within a Circular Economy - Phase 2: Broadening our Understanding." This procurement falls under the industry category of Research and Development Consultancy Services, with delivery locations specified as the UK, British Oversea Territories, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, Europe, and Rest of the World. The contract, valued at £114,768, was awarded to Ricardo-AEA Ltd on 23rd July 2025 and is to be implemented from 4th August 2025 to 30th January 2026. The procurement utilised a selective method as a call-off from a framework agreement, indicating its strategic nature in supporting the UK's Net Zero targets.

This tender presents significant opportunities for growth, especially for firms involved in research and consultancy focused on environmental sustainability and circular economy practices. While this specific contract was not suitable for SMEs or voluntary sector enterprises, businesses with established frameworks and expertise in these areas can greatly benefit from participating in similar projects. Engaging with contracts set by Defra or similar departments allows organisations to amplify their portfolio and contribute to pivotal sustainability goals, paving the way for future collaborations and expanded influence within both domestic and international markets.

## Notice

This project aims to deepen our understanding of how circular economy practices influence emissions across sectors and their alignment with the UK's Net Zero targets. Contract awarded by Defra.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6814c4d5-943f-4899-ac81-ec531aea0d4c |
| 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 | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 24 Jul 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 3 Aug 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 22 Jul 2025 |
| Contract period | 3 Aug 2025 - 30 Jan 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £114,768 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £114,768 |
| 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 3JR |
| 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 | RICARDO-AEA |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

## Release History

- 24 Jul 2025 at 11:13 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6814c4d5-943f-4899-ac81-ec531aea0d4c

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6814c4d5-943f-4899-ac81-ec531aea0d4c
  24th July 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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