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title: "RDE867 Heather and Grass Burning in England - Consultation analysis research"
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# RDE867 Heather and Grass Burning in England - Consultation analysis research

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-3b502954-2521-4224-9109-86e856846a64

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## Summary

The Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (Defra) has completed a procurement process for the consultancy project titled "RDE867 Heather and Grass Burning in England - Consultation analysis research." This contract falls under the industry category of Research and development consultancy services, with Ipsos as the selected supplier. The project, procured through a selective method as a call-off from a framework agreement, aims to evaluate public opinions on the regulation of upland peat burning. The contract period spans from 16 June 2025 to 15 August 2025, and the completed award stage was published on 23 July 2025. Although the work targets a broad location range, including the UK, Europe, and British Overseas Territories, it has emanated from Defra's London office.

This procurement process offers significant business growth opportunities for entities specialising in consultancy services within the environmental and agricultural sectors. Companies like Ipsos that possess expertise in public opinion research and regulatory impact analysis can leverage such contracts to demonstrate their capabilities and expand their portfolio in governmental projects. While the opportunity was not specifically tailored for SMEs or voluntary, community, and social enterprises, organisations with experience in handling complex data and engaging with environmental regulations are well-suited to participate in similar tenders in the future.

## Notice

The research will take into account the views of members of the public on the potential benefits of extending the Regulations to a broader area of upland peat, whilst maintaining an effective licensing scheme. Contract awarded by Defra.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0d0f5445-f1e9-4b6a-bfcb-0bac64d807b0 |
| 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 | 23 Jul 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 15 Jun 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Jun 2025 |
| Contract period | 15 Jun 2025 - 15 Aug 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £54,300 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £54,300 |
| 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 | IPSOS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

## Release History

- 23 Jul 2025 at 14:27 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0d0f5445-f1e9-4b6a-bfcb-0bac64d807b0

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0d0f5445-f1e9-4b6a-bfcb-0bac64d807b0
  23rd July 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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