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title: "NCF R&D: ETPP-31 Assessment of Global Risk Analysis for Novel Tree Species"
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# NCF R&D: ETPP-31 Assessment of Global Risk Analysis for Novel Tree Species

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-5bcc066d-a33b-4487-88ff-e2d1814006fb

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## Summary

The procurement process "NCF R&D: ETPP-31 Assessment of Global Risk Analysis for Novel Tree Species" was conducted by the Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs, located in London, UK. This tender falls under the industry category of "Research and development consultancy services" with the CPV code 73200000. It covered multiple regions in the United Kingdom, addressing areas including the East Midlands, East of England, and London, among others. The procedure was a selective procurement method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. Key milestones included the award date of 27th August 2024, with the contract validity stretching from this date until 31st May 2025. The total contract value amounted to £171,818.92, and the procurement stage is currently marked as complete, with the award published as of 29th April 2025.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses within the research and consultancy sectors, particularly those focusing on ecological risk and environmental assessments. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) were deemed suitable for this contract, providing a valuable chance for these businesses to engage with larger governmental projects and bolster their portfolios through association with a prestigious organisation like the UK Centre for Ecology & Hydrology (UKCEH), the awarded supplier. The project requires expertise in risk analysis for novel tree species, making it particularly attractive for firms with a strong background in ecological research and an interest in contributing to sustainable environmental practices.

## Notice

NCF R&D: ETPP-31 Assessment of Global Risk Analysis for Novel Tree Species

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9ee53a78-dff0-406b-977a-2e366ebc5067 |
| 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 | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 29 Apr 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 12 Jul 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 26 Aug 2024 |
| Contract period | 26 Aug 2024 - 31 May 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £171,818 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £171,818 |
| 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 | DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS |
| 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 | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## 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

- 29 Apr 2025 at 10:24 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9ee53a78-dff0-406b-977a-2e366ebc5067
- 19 Sep 2024 at 09:37 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/51de19d8-9cab-432e-82d8-f564f13070ca

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9ee53a78-dff0-406b-977a-2e366ebc5067
  29th April 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/51de19d8-9cab-432e-82d8-f564f13070ca
  19th September 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/5e31b522-53fa-4628-8ae6-200a7a5eae62
  C25992_UKCEH_DPS_Schedule_6_-_Order_Form_and_Order_Schedules_v1.0_Novel_Trees_Redacted
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/01064fe9-edc1-4f4c-8eff-a8f7772a7346
  C25992_UKCEH_DPS_Schedule_6_-_Order_Form_and_Order_Schedules_v1.0_Novel_Trees_Redacted

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