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title: "A Review of Plant Genetic Breeding Approaches for Field Grown and CEA Crops"
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# A Review of Plant Genetic Breeding Approaches for Field Grown and CEA Crops

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-4085baac-9629-4d95-86ea-d31846d8fdbc

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## Summary

The Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (Defra) has concluded a procurement process titled "A Review of Plant Genetic Breeding Approaches for Field Grown and CEA Crops". The tender falls under the industry category of research and development services, with wide-reaching delivery locations including the UK and several global territories. The procurement process, conducted via an open procurement method, has reached the award stage as of 25th June 2025, following the conclusion of the tender period on 28th March 2025. The project will commence on 1st July 2025 and conclude on 2nd March 2026. The awarded contract is valued at £92,980 and completes the tender process conducted under an open procedure below threshold.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses in the field of agricultural research and development, specifically those specialising in plant genetics and controlled environment agriculture. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly well-suited to compete in similar tenders, as indicated by the procurement's emphasis on inclusivity for such entities. The procurement process, managed by Defra and awarded to NIAB, has underscored the demand for research-driven solutions in enhancing agricultural productivity, offering potential for future projects in delivering public goods through innovative breeding approaches.

## Notice

A Review Of Plant Genetic Breeding Approaches For Field Grown Crops And Controlled Environment Agriculture And Their Role In The Delivery Of Public Goods

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ccd72a3f-0d42-47df-a85c-3faef28f7ed7 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 25 Jun 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 28 Mar 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 10 Jun 2025 |
| Contract period | 30 Jun 2025 - 2 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £92,980 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £92,980 |
| 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 | NIAB |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 25 Jun 2025 at 11:50 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ccd72a3f-0d42-47df-a85c-3faef28f7ed7

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ccd72a3f-0d42-47df-a85c-3faef28f7ed7
  25th June 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/554e10b8-036d-481c-aa04-07518b36d2e1
  Redacted_C29314 - Order Form - A Review of Plant Genetic Breding Approaches for Field Grown and CEA Crops

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