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title: "RDE740 - To explore options for the long-term conservation and maintenance of th"
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# RDE740 - To explore options for the long-term conservation and maintenance of th

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-2d056192-24e3-4721-988f-cb82bebcffaf

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## Summary

The Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (Defra) has completed a procurement process titled "RDE740". This procedure focuses on research and development consultancy services, specifically aiming to examine long-term conservation and maintenance options for duplicating the NFC. The process was carried out under a framework agreement using a selective procurement method. Based in London, the contracting authority finalised the award on 16th September 2025, with the contract period set from 27th October 2025 to 30th April 2026. The services cover a wide geographical scope, including British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, the UK, and the rest of the world, with a total contract value of £44,053.

This tender presents opportunities for large enterprises, particularly those specialising in research and development consultancy. Engaging in this contract allows these businesses to contribute to strategic projects led by a prominent UK governmental department. Moreover, establishing a working relationship with Defra can enhance a firm's portfolio by showcasing its expertise in high-profile environmental and conservation projects. While the procurement process was conducted through a call-off from an existing framework, businesses with the right scale and capability should consider similar future opportunities for substantial growth and reinforcement of their industry reputation.

## Notice

This project will be mainly a desk-based study to explore the long-term options for duplicating and maintaining the NFC. Contract awarded by Defra.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3b21334d-998f-4379-9228-f68ba8301232 |
| 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 | 12 Nov 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 26 Oct 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 15 Sep 2025 |
| Contract period | 27 Oct 2025 - 30 Apr 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £44,053 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £44,053 |
| 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

- 12 Nov 2025 at 11:58 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3b21334d-998f-4379-9228-f68ba8301232

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3b21334d-998f-4379-9228-f68ba8301232
  12th November 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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