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title: "Independent Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Component for the Just Rural Transitions Support Programme (JRTSP)"
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# Independent Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Component for the Just Rural Transitions Support Programme (JRTSP)

Buyer: FOREIGN COMMONWEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-4633a09a-d392-4922-91e6-3282f3237805

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## Summary

The Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) has completed the procurement process for the "Independent Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Component for the Just Rural Transitions Support Programme (JRTSP)" under the industry category of foreign economic-aid-related services. The contract, valued at £1,791,685 GBP, involves the consultancy and implementation of sustainable agriculture policies to benefit ecosystems and address climate change. The procurement was conducted using a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract commenced on 10th February 2025 and is set to conclude on 10th February 2030. The targeted geographical coverage includes the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, United Kingdom, and international locations.

This tender represents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in monitoring, evaluation, and sustainable agricultural practices, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Companies in these fields can align with public policies that support environmental sustainability and agricultural productivity while addressing climate change threats. The long-term nature of the contract, spanning five years, offers the potential for stable growth and the chance to enhance expertise and innovation in international development and environmental sustainability. Cowater International Inc, an SME, has been awarded the contract, indicating that enterprises in similar domains could consider engaging in such procurement processes for future opportunities.

## Notice

Services were sought for a Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) component under FCDO's new PS65m The Just Rural Transition Support Programme. The main component will support the design and implementation of public policies and support (including through subsidy reforms) that scale sustainable agriculture approaches which benefit natural ecosystems, farmer livelihoods, productivity and health, and respond to climate change threats.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/58046c30-5810-4ada-9c3f-b09d268eda7c |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 7 Feb 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 19 Nov 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 7 Feb 2025 |
| Contract period | 10 Feb 2025 - 10 Feb 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,791,685 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £1,791,685 |
| 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 | FOREIGN COMMONWEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1A 2AH |
| 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 | COWATER INTERNATIONAL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 75 - Administration, defence and social security services

### Codes

- 75211200 - Foreign economic-aid-related services
- 75220000 - Defence services

## Release History

- 7 Feb 2025 at 13:14 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/58046c30-5810-4ada-9c3f-b09d268eda7c

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/58046c30-5810-4ada-9c3f-b09d268eda7c
  7th February 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/43d2151e-a1b3-4d32-b076-4c4ac6aaf6e0
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