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title: "RDE 432 - A synthesis of evidence on innovative alternatives to fibre-composite"
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# RDE 432 - A synthesis of evidence on innovative alternatives to fibre-composite

Buyer: DEFRA  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-4ad5033e-d8ab-43ea-8b84-99c2f5c36b17

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## Summary

The Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (DEFRA) recently awarded a contract for research and development consultancy services. The project titled "RDE 432 - A synthesis of evidence on innovative alternatives to fibre-composite" involved engaging stakeholders to identify innovative alternatives to single-use cups and conducting in-depth analyses. The procurement method used was selective, and the contract period runs from December 1st, 2023, to March 15th, 2024, providing opportunities for suppliers in the services category to contribute their expertise.

This tender awarded to Eunomia Research & Consulting Ltd. offers opportunities for businesses with expertise in research and development consultancy services. Companies well-versed in sustainability, recycling infrastructure, and life cycle analysis would be well-suited to compete. The project, managed by DEFRA, aims to explore innovative solutions for single-use cups, creating a platform for growth and collaboration within the industry whilst ensuring economic impact analysis and sustainability considerations are at the forefront.

## Notice

The project will be divided into 4 work packages. The first work package will entail active engagement with stakeholders to identify evidence of innovative alternatives that they are aware of. The second will involve a thorough analysis of all innovative alternatives for single-use cups, noting advantages and disadvantages as well as their suitability for the UK, including consideration of domestic recycling infrastructure. The third will involve a deeper dive into the best alternatives to single use cups, examining in depth each one's economic impact and life cycle analysis (LCA). Finally, the fourth work package relates to overall project management. This project was awarded by DEFRA.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b7e59216-6c35-4327-9fe5-32dc200c451d |
| 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 | 3 Jan 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 29 Nov 2023 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Nov 2023 |
| Contract period | 1 Dec 2023 - 15 Mar 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £49,988 |
| 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 | 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 | EUNOMIA RESEARCH & CONSULTING |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

## Release History

- 3 Jan 2024 at 16:21 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b7e59216-6c35-4327-9fe5-32dc200c451d

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b7e59216-6c35-4327-9fe5-32dc200c451d
  3rd January 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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