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title: "Modernising Environmental Permitting for Industrial Clusters - DEM0013784"
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# Modernising Environmental Permitting for Industrial Clusters - DEM0013784

Buyer: DEFRA  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-522a5c66-0b21-421d-89f0-1cfa0af1e983

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## Summary

The Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (DEFRA) has completed a public procurement process titled "Modernising Environmental Permitting for Industrial Clusters - DEM0013784." The contract, falling under the industry category of Research and Development Consultancy Services (CPV: 73200000), involves a framework call-off and covers a wide geographical reach including the UK, Europe, Channel Islands, and beyond. The procurement phase is currently in the award stage, with the contract spanning from 4th November 2025 to 31st March 2026. The tender process was selective, aiming to secure specialised consultancy services to support environmental advancements in industrial sectors.

This tender offers significant opportunities for consultancy businesses, particularly those with a focus on research and development in environmental permits. While the procurement method was a selective call-off from a framework, companies like Ove Arup & Partners Limited, who have already secured the contract, exemplify the type of expertise valued in this initiative. Businesses well-suited to compete in similar future tenders would include those capable of delivering innovative environmental solutions and possessing a solid track record in managing complex consultancy projects. Participation in such tenders can lead to business growth through access to high-profile government projects and the potential for long-term collaborations in environmental research and development.

## Notice

Modernising Environmental Permitting for Industrial Clusters - DEM0013784

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/16842f6e-b97a-4803-8d23-4412bd84798f |
| 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 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 3 Nov 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 4 Nov 2025 |
| Contract period | 4 Nov 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £48,937 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £48,937 |
| 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 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 | OVE ARUP & PARTNERS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

## Release History

- 12 Jan 2026 at 09:33 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/16842f6e-b97a-4803-8d23-4412bd84798f

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/16842f6e-b97a-4803-8d23-4412bd84798f
  12th January 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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