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title: "Inland Forecast Model Improvements Programme - Yorkshire Ouse, Wessex (Bristol Avon) and Thames Stage 1 Inception"
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# Inland Forecast Model Improvements Programme - Yorkshire Ouse, Wessex (Bristol Avon) and Thames Stage 1 Inception

Buyer: DEFRA  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-3c383e75-5cbe-44ed-aadd-a84bf7a64f19

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## Summary

The procurement process led by Defra involved the "Inland Forecast Model Improvements Programme" focusing on the Yorkshire Ouse, Wessex (Bristol Avon), and Thames areas. This procurement, categorised under flood-prevention works, falls within the services industry category and took place in the East of England. The process utilised a selective procurement method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The tendering stage for this contract was completed prior to the award date of 29th January 2026. The contract is valued at £220,512.12 and runs from 2nd February 2026 to 16th October 2026.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for growth, particularly for businesses experienced in flood risk modelling and infrastructure services. Given the selective procurement method, companies already included in the framework agreement would find this most suitable. The project’s focus on critical flood-prevention works positions it as an attractive opportunity for established businesses capable of delivering highly technical services within the specified geographical regions.

## Notice

Flood risk modelling - Yorkshire Ouse, Wessex Bristol Avon, Thames

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f2840228-1e4f-4c12-893c-40bd6f621721 |
| 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 | 30 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 28 Nov 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 29 Jan 2026 |
| Contract period | 2 Feb 2026 - 16 Oct 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £220,512 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £220,512 |
| 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 | DEFRA |
| Locality | PETERBOROUGH |
| Post town | Peterborough |
| Postcode | PE2 8YY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH4 Cambridgeshire and Peterborough |
| ITL 3 | TLH41 Peterborough |
| Local authority | Peterborough |
| Electoral ward | Fletton and Stanground |
| Westminster constituency | North West Cambridgeshire |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | MOTT MACDONALD |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45246400 - Flood-prevention works

## Release History

- 30 Jan 2026 at 08:26 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f2840228-1e4f-4c12-893c-40bd6f621721

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f2840228-1e4f-4c12-893c-40bd6f621721
  30th January 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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