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title: "Developing a systems approach to multiple benefits of wetlands to down"
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# Developing a systems approach to multiple benefits of wetlands to down

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-25b0a484-1fc5-483b-a205-87bf1d0a7a49

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## Summary

The Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (Defra) has concluded a public procurement process titled "Developing a systems approach to multiple benefits of wetlands to down." The project, classified under research and development consultancy services, focuses on recognising and quantifying the benefits of wetlands. As of 11th November 2025, the contract has been awarded at the "award" stage, following a "selective" procurement method via a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract is valued at £74,975 and will run from 27th October 2025 to 31st March 2026. The project is located in the United Kingdom, and was delivered by Mott Macdonald, a large supplier operating from London, England.

This tender presents significant opportunities for firms specialising in consultancy services within the environmental sector, especially those that can deliver systems-thinking approaches to complex ecological challenges. While SMEs and VCSEs are noted as not specifically considered suitable for this particular call-off, larger firms with established frameworks and experience in environmental systems management will find this contract aligns with strategic growth in their consultancy portfolio. By engaging with public sector projects such as this, businesses can enhance their reputation and scope within the industry.

## Notice

This project will provide a systems thinking approach to ensure that the multiple downstream benefits of wetlands are recognised and quantified. Contract awarded by Defra.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3c1d17cf-894d-4719-a5d5-7152ea7a7e5e |
| 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 | 11 Nov 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 26 Oct 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 16 Oct 2025 |
| Contract period | 27 Oct 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £74,975 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £74,975 |
| 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 | MOTT MACDONALD |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

## Release History

- 11 Nov 2025 at 15:23 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3c1d17cf-894d-4719-a5d5-7152ea7a7e5e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3c1d17cf-894d-4719-a5d5-7152ea7a7e5e
  11th November 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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