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title: "Cost of Soil Degradation - RDE Mini Comp - Sub Lot 1.1"
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# Cost of Soil Degradation - RDE Mini Comp - Sub Lot 1.1

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-866f3ae5-1e79-4579-895a-e51702ec6000

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## Summary

The Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (Defra) has completed a selective procurement process for research services, specifically focused on the "Cost of Soil Degradation - RDE Mini Comp - Sub Lot 1.1". This project aims to identify current soil degradation threats and produce updated economic values for these threats, contributing to environmental research. The awarded contract, managed by RSK ADAS Limited, commenced on 24th March 2025 and will conclude on 7th March 2026. The tender, initiated on 16th January 2025, falls under the CPV classification 73110000 (Research services) and includes diverse delivery locations such as the UK, Europe, British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, and globally, highlighting its broad international scope.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in environmental research and consulting, particularly those with expertise in soil analysis and economic evaluations related to environmental impact. SMEs and VCSEs with innovative solutions can participate in similar procurement processes facilitated by framework agreements with Defra. Firms like RSK ADAS Limited can leverage such contracts to enhance their portfolio, demonstrating sector leadership and expanding their market presence within the environmental research industry. This contract also signifies potential networking opportunities with other international bodies and stakeholders focused on environmental analytics.

## Notice

The purpose of this research is to identify the current soil degradation threats and to produce updated economic values for the cost of the identified threats.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6cac964b-1dc8-4449-b2fd-4e9ac856cf30 |
| 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 | 25 Mar 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Jan 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 13 Mar 2025 |
| Contract period | 24 Mar 2025 - 7 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £142,922 |
| 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 | RSK ADAS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73110000 - Research services

## Release History

- 25 Mar 2025 at 10:45 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6cac964b-1dc8-4449-b2fd-4e9ac856cf30

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6cac964b-1dc8-4449-b2fd-4e9ac856cf30
  25th March 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/354c252e-ecc3-4e4d-9f82-e82435d9d2b6
  C28152 Cost of Soil Degradation - RDE Call Off Form - Contract FINAL - Redacted

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