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title: "RDE830 - Progressing beyond recycling for a circular economy"
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# RDE830 - Progressing beyond recycling for a circular economy

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-8df5b212-ab62-4e8b-bf9c-768fb3c7f608

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "RDE830 - Progressing beyond recycling for a circular economy" was conducted by the Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (Defra). This contract falls under the industry category of Research and Development Consultancy Services and covers various locations, including the UK, Europe, and worldwide. The contract has progressed to the award stage, with the award dated 28th August 2025. The contract, valued at £10,642, was tendered using a selective procurement method through a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract period is set from 8th September to 3rd November 2025.

This tender represents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in circular economy research and development. It is particularly beneficial for those with a focus on mapping and addressing evidence gaps beyond recycling initiatives. Although not specifically suitable for small or medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) or voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), established consultancy firms with a track record in environmental research and development could find this opportunity aligns well with their business growth strategies. The contract was awarded to ABPmer, suggesting a competitive environ wherein similar entities could excel in future opportunities.

## Notice

Aim to map the current circularity landscape and remaining evidence gaps for areas above recycling in the circularity ladder. Contract awarded by Defra.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3e460340-e2f6-4737-a133-fcf818660764 |
| 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 | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 1 Sep 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 7 Sep 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 27 Aug 2025 |
| Contract period | 7 Sep 2025 - 3 Nov 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £10,642 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £10,642 |
| 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 | ABPMER |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

## Release History

- 1 Sep 2025 at 10:55 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3e460340-e2f6-4737-a133-fcf818660764

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3e460340-e2f6-4737-a133-fcf818660764
  1st September 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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