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title: "Development of Theory of Change for improving biodiversity in England"
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# Development of Theory of Change for improving biodiversity in England

Buyer: DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-6a793e7c-cf97-495d-8d77-3882cab3734e

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## Summary

The procurement process involves the Defra Network eTendering Portal, seeking qualified suppliers for the project titled "Development of Theory of Change for improving biodiversity in England". This initiative falls under the research and development sector, specifically focusing on services aimed at enhancing biodiversity outcomes in England. The tender was awarded on 6 December 2021, following a selective procurement method, and the project framework runs from 26 November 2021 to 31 March 2022. The overall contract value is set at £79,375, with the project delivery anticipated to cover a broad geographical area including the UK and its overseas territories.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in research and consultancy services, particularly those focusing on environmental issues and biodiversity. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) with expertise in creating actionable plans for ecological recovery are well-suited to compete. The successful development of the Theory of Change aims to fulfill legally binding biodiversity targets, thereby contributing to essential environmental outcomes that can enhance the competitive edge of firms specializing in sustainable development practices.

## Notice

Government have agreed commitments to halt and reverse biodiversity loss by 2030 and beyond, supported by a variety of policy actions and incentives. As part of the Environment Bill, Government have agreed to at least one statutory long-term target for Biodiversity. This sits alongside the indicators included in the 25 Year Environment Plan related to 'Thriving Plants and Wildlife'. The setting of legally binding targets will provide a strong mechanism to deliver long-term environmental outcomes and the best way to deliver these targets is through a robust, evidence-led process that seeks independent expert advice and provides a role for stakeholders. Whilst targets are currently in the process of Ministerial sign off and public consultation there are gaps in the theory behind the delivery mechanisms that will result in achieving the ambitions. Previously commissioned work outlined a high-level Theory of Change for a strategy for nature recovery looking at the actions and outcomes in relation to habitats and species, but it was not possible to develop a comprehensive theory of change at that time. The requirement of the Provider is to further develop Defra's current Theory of Change (ToC), providing a comprehensive ToC for the legally binding biodiversity targets; - 2030 species abundance target: to halt the decline in species abundance by 2030 (Outcome based) - Long-term species abundance target: to reverse the ongoing decline in species abundance by 2042 to at least the 2022 baseline (Outcome based) - Long-term species extinction risk target: no net increase in the extinction risk of species by 2042 compared to the 2022 baseline (Outcome based) - Wider habitats target: to create or restore 750,000 hectares of wildlife-rich habitat outside protected sites by 2042 from a 2022 baseline (Action based)

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bead72bd-e231-4652-a5b0-3ccf226e7985 |
| 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 | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 7 Dec 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 19 Nov 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 6 Dec 2021 |
| Contract period | 26 Nov 2021 - 31 Mar 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £79,375 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £79,375 |
| 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 NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL |
| 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 | ICF CONSULTING SERVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 7 Dec 2021 at 14:30 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bead72bd-e231-4652-a5b0-3ccf226e7985

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bead72bd-e231-4652-a5b0-3ccf226e7985
  7th December 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/58bb1d1a-0374-4b5b-9850-c0f0383da1b2
  n/a

## Notice URLs

- http://www.defra.bravosolution.co.uk

## Provenance

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