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title: "Soil Bank Pilot Scheme Evidence Research Project - RDE Mini Comp 4.1"
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# Soil Bank Pilot Scheme Evidence Research Project - RDE Mini Comp 4.1

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-650c92ee-a44c-41bb-a3cf-dec24534c3e6

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## Summary

The Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (Defra) has concluded the award stage for the "Soil Bank Pilot Scheme Evidence Research Project - RDE Mini Comp 4.1." This project falls under the research services industry category, specifically for the purpose of gathering evidence to inform an economic appraisal of a soil bank pilot scheme. The contract, valued at £64,272.75, has a duration from 7th July 2025 to 7th January 2026. The procurement was conducted using a selective method through a call-off from a framework agreement. The contracting process reached its award stage on 8th July 2025, with the contract awarded to Eunomia Research & Consulting Ltd., located in Bristol.

This tender creates growth opportunities particularly for businesses specialising in research services, especially those with expertise in economic appraisals within environmental sectors. Small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are deemed suitable to participate in such calls. Businesses with a focus on sustainable practices and environmental research consulting will find this contract an apt opportunity to expand their portfolio by addressing ecological and economic intersections. The contract not only offers financial reward but also the chance to contribute to innovative environmental solutions on a national and international scale, given its broad geographical impact including the UK and various overseas territories.

## Notice

The research proposal will focus on collating evidence required for carrying out an economic appraisal and explore optimal size and type of interventions for a soil bank pilot. For example, quantifying the costs and benefits of re-using soil.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/523ca992-f57e-4778-aaca-20939162e243 |
| 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, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 Jul 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Apr 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 3 Jun 2025 |
| Contract period | 6 Jul 2025 - 7 Jan 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £64,272 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £64,272 |
| 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 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 | EUNOMIA RESEARCH & CONSULTING |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73110000 - Research services

## Release History

- 8 Jul 2025 at 10:30 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/523ca992-f57e-4778-aaca-20939162e243

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/523ca992-f57e-4778-aaca-20939162e243
  8th July 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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