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title: "RDE944 - How to appraise the benefits of demand options for WRMP29"
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# RDE944 - How to appraise the benefits of demand options for WRMP29

Buyer: ENVIRONMENT AGENCY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-49aab0a2-6bf8-425f-adc3-8e6637cf2edb

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## Summary

The procurement process for the project titled "RDE944 - How to appraise the benefits of demand options for WRMP29" involved the Environment Agency as the contracting authority. This project falls under the industry category of Research and Development Consultancy Services, specifically classified with CPV code 73200000. The contract, worth £29,633.73, covers regions including British Overseas Territories, the Channel Islands, Europe, the Isle of Man, the Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom. The procurement process utilised a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement, and the tender period ended on 11th November 2025. The award stage has been completed, with the contract starting on 12th November 2025 and concluding on 30th March 2026. The full award was published on 12th December 2025.

This tender offers significant opportunities for organisations operating in the Research and Development sector, particularly those with expertise in water demand management. Although the contract was not specifically open to SMEs or voluntary community and social enterprises, it has been awarded to Jeremy Benn Associates Limited (trading as JBA Consulting), highlighting opportunities for consultancies specialising in environmental consultancy and strategic planning. The structured framework and focus on appraising water management options could provide a platform for specialised firms looking to expand their portfolio and establish strong working relationships with government agencies such as the Environment Agency and Defra.

## Notice

This project will develop a best-practice framework for appraising water demand management options, ensuring consistent consideration of their full costs and benefits. Contract awarded by Defra.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/712836ba-6043-4fe5-affb-a8bb131c7fe1 |
| 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 | 12 Dec 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 11 Nov 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 19 Nov 2025 |
| Contract period | 12 Nov 2025 - 30 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £29,633 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £29,633 |
| 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 | ENVIRONMENT AGENCY |
| 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 | JEREMY BENN ASSOCIATES LIMITED (T/A JBA CONSULTING |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

## Release History

- 12 Dec 2025 at 14:11 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/712836ba-6043-4fe5-affb-a8bb131c7fe1

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/712836ba-6043-4fe5-affb-a8bb131c7fe1
  12th December 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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