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title: "Environmental Impact of Chemical Fire Suppressants on Open Semi-natural"
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buyer: "DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS"
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# Environmental Impact of Chemical Fire Suppressants on Open Semi-natural

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-69ca1450-456f-4692-9e38-023043590391

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## Summary

The Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (Defra) has concluded the procurement process for a project titled "Environmental Impact of Chemical Fire Suppressants on Open Semi-natural". This procurement falls within the industry category of Research and Development Consultancy Services and is located in the United Kingdom. The procurement was executed via a selective method as a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender period ended on 7th October 2025, with the contract commencing on 8th October 2025 and scheduled to conclude on 27th February 2026. The award stage was reached, and the contract was awarded to Ricardo-AEA Ltd, a large-scale supplier, on 4th November 2025.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in environmental research and consultancy, particularly those specialising in the development and impact assessment of chemical products. While this contract has been awarded, it highlights the kind of expertise in research and development that Defra seeks, suggesting potential future opportunities for businesses proficient in this field. Companies with capabilities in complex environmental assessments and those experienced in servicing large government departments would find similar tenders advantageous for business growth. Given the scale of work and specific qualifications required, larger firms with a robust track record in the sector might have a competitive edge in securing such contracts.

## Notice

This specification is for a continuation of this work with to goal to publish this document as a NE evidence review. Contract awarded by Defra.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1189616d-ab38-468a-b3c2-1e541b00de0f |
| 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 | 12 Nov 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 7 Oct 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 4 Nov 2025 |
| Contract period | 7 Oct 2025 - 27 Feb 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £14,898 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £14,898 |
| 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 | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | RICARDO-AEA |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

## Release History

- 12 Nov 2025 at 11:16 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1189616d-ab38-468a-b3c2-1e541b00de0f

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1189616d-ab38-468a-b3c2-1e541b00de0f
  12th November 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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