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title: "Workforce Needs in Defra Sectors - 2050 - Futures Framework mini competition"
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# Workforce Needs in Defra Sectors - 2050 - Futures Framework mini competition

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-36335d1e-73af-42ad-9700-8dd56a8ef1f4

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## Summary

The Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (Defra) has completed the procurement process titled "Workforce Needs in Defra Sectors - 2050 - Futures Framework mini competition". This project falls under the industry category of research and development consultancy services. The procurement method used was selective, involving a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract was awarded to Cambridge Econometrics Limited, with a total value of £67,440. The contract is set to commence on 12th December 2025 and conclude on 31st March 2026. Deliverables cover locations across the United Kingdom, including British Oversea Territories, Channel Islands, and Europe. The award stage was marked by significant dates, with the award being published on 15th December 2025.

Opportunities for business growth within this tender focus on consultancy firms specialising in research and development, particularly those with experience related to environmental sectors. Although this tender did not specifically favour small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) or voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs), firms in these categories may find useful insights and future collaboration prospects within Defra. The contract's broad geographical delivery requirements suggest that businesses capable of extensive outreach or operation across diverse regions can leverage their logistical strengths to compete in similar opportunities.

## Notice

Workforce Needs in Defra Sectors - 2050 - Futures Framework mini competition

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d9026e68-ee11-499d-bea8-a9a133a25e53 |
| 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 | 15 Dec 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 21 Nov 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 15 Dec 2025 |
| Contract period | 12 Dec 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £67,440 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £67,440 |
| 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 | CAMBRIDGE ECONOMETRICS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

## Release History

- 15 Dec 2025 at 16:05 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d9026e68-ee11-499d-bea8-a9a133a25e53

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d9026e68-ee11-499d-bea8-a9a133a25e53
  15th December 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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