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title: "Inland Forecast Model Improvements Programme - Upper Thames & Oxford Thames Stage 1 Inception"
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# Inland Forecast Model Improvements Programme - Upper Thames & Oxford Thames Stage 1 Inception

Buyer: DEFRA  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-60110904-8321-48a9-8ca5-a333a982acd3

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "Inland Forecast Model Improvements Programme - Upper Thames & Oxford Thames Stage 1 Inception" was initiated by Defra, located in Peterborough, United Kingdom. This process falls under the industry category of river regulation and flood control works, with a completed status in the award stage. The procurement utilised a selective method, specifically as a call-off from a framework agreement, with the tender period concluding on 30th June 2025. The contract period is scheduled from 11th August 2025 to 7th March 2026, and the key award date was on 1st August 2025. This procurement opportunity is valued at £74,929 GBP and encompasses regions that include Europe, the British Overseas Territories, and the Channel Islands, among others.

This tender provides potential business growth opportunities for companies specialising in services related to river regulation and flood control works. Although Jacobs UK Ltd has been contracted, there remains potential for businesses with expertise in hydrological modelling and environmental management to benefit from similar future opportunities within the framework agreement. Companies that have experience in large-scale environmental service projects and possess robust capability in meeting governmental standards are well-suited to compete in this sector. Engaging with Defra and similar organisations offers an entry point for businesses looking to expand their portfolio within the public sector.

## Notice

Inland Forecast Model Improvements Programme - Upper Thames & Oxford Thames Stage 1 Inception

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4a7dc3f2-3949-4f58-a983-b91878dc026e |
| 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 | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 7 Aug 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Jun 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 31 Jul 2025 |
| Contract period | 10 Aug 2025 - 7 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £74,929 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £74,929 |
| 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 | PETERBOROUGH |
| Post town | Peterborough |
| Postcode | PE2 8YY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH4 Cambridgeshire and Peterborough |
| ITL 3 | TLH41 Peterborough |
| Local authority | Peterborough |
| Electoral ward | Fletton and Stanground |
| Westminster constituency | North West Cambridgeshire |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | JACOBS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45246000 - River regulation and flood control works

## Release History

- 7 Aug 2025 at 09:27 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4a7dc3f2-3949-4f58-a983-b91878dc026e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4a7dc3f2-3949-4f58-a983-b91878dc026e
  7th August 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/87b626aa-60cf-4267-b6a3-ceb1b3afd540
  MMF - PSC - Option E - Contract Template v2.3 Upper Thames Oxford Thames Fully signed_Redacted

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