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title: "RDE868 - Development of novel DNA-based metrics and indicators to assess the eco"
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# RDE868 - Development of novel DNA-based metrics and indicators to assess the eco

Buyer: NATURAL ENGLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-4ff1e28a-79a7-47b3-a8d7-7c0e3c12d809

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## Summary

The procurement process for the project titled "RDE868 - Development of novel DNA-based metrics and indicators to assess the eco" was managed by Natural England. This procurement falls under the "Research and development consultancy services" category with the CPV code 73200000. The project involves processing sequence data from Agri-Environment Scheme ponds and Cumbrian lakes to develop novel DNA-based metrics. The procurement was conducted using a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement, and reached the award stage on 10th September 2025. The contract period starts on the same day and runs until 20th March 2026. The value of the contract is £31,963.81, and it covers delivery locations including the UK, the Channel Islands, the Isle of Man, British Overseas Territories, Europe, and the Rest of the World. The buyer, Natural England, is located at Seacole Building, 2 Marsham Street, London.

This awarded contract presents opportunities for businesses specialising in environmental research and development consultancy, particularly those with expertise in DNA-based metrics. While the procurement was not specifically aimed at SMEs or voluntary, community, and social enterprises, large entities in the field could leverage this contract to expand their portfolio and partnership with governmental bodies such as Defra. Businesses with capabilities in processing and analysing ecological data would be well-suited to deliver the required services and potentially engage in subsequent related opportunities with Natural England and other public bodies. The supplier chosen for this contract is the UK Centre for Ecology & Hydrology (UKCEH), a large-scale entity that could indicate the level of expertise required for this contract.

## Notice

This project will process sequence data from Agri-Environment Scheme (AES) ponds sampled in 2024 and Cumbrian lakes sampled in 2025. Contract awarded by Defra.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/20a3c4ac-d88d-465c-ae77-5ea7402260e3 |
| 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 | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 11 Sep 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 9 Sep 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 9 Sep 2025 |
| Contract period | 9 Sep 2025 - 20 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £31,963 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £31,963 |
| 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 | NATURAL ENGLAND |
| 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 | UK CENTRE FOR ECOLOGY & HYDROLOGY (UKCEH |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

## Release History

- 11 Sep 2025 at 13:32 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/20a3c4ac-d88d-465c-ae77-5ea7402260e3

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/20a3c4ac-d88d-465c-ae77-5ea7402260e3
  11th September 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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