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title: "C27195 Circular Economy Taskforce"
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# C27195 Circular Economy Taskforce

Buyer: DEFRA  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-949df011-98f5-4b19-88c1-5eaee691fef7

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## Summary

DEFRA has completed the procurement process for the "C27195 Circular Economy Taskforce," which aims to create an independent expert advisory group. This initiative falls under the industry category of research and development consultancy services. The contractual agreement has been awarded to several suppliers and spans various locations, including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and the United Kingdom. The tender, valued at £189,600, was conducted through a direct procurement method classified as a single tender action due to its below-threshold value. The contract period is set from 7th February 2025 to 31st October 2025.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses involved in research and development consultancy services. Companies specialising in sustainability, circular economy principles, and packaging reform would be particularly well-suited to compete for similar contracts. The involvement of esteemed organisations like DEFRA and the collaboration with multiple suppliers, including SOENECS, Rype Office Ltd, The Green Alliance Trust, and others, highlight the potential for businesses to gain valuable insights and build a robust network within this critical sector. With the focus on expert advisory services, businesses can leverage their expertise to influence policy and drive industry-wide change towards more sustainable practices.

## Notice

Collection and Packaging Reforms Delivery Team, Defra conducted a EOI for an independent expert advisory group: Circular Economy Taskforce - GOV.UK This contract has been put in place to reimburse successful independent expert advisory suppliers for their time and expenses.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fc5f35b8-2431-4a4e-b21c-050c0c596c2a |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 Feb 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Nov 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 10 Feb 2025 |
| Contract period | 7 Feb 2025 - 31 Oct 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £189,600 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £189,600 |
| 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 |
| 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 | 8 |
| Supplier names | GOUNPACKAGED; LONDON WASTE AND RECYCLING BOARD OPERATING AS RELONDON; RYPE OFFICE; SOENECS; THE GREEN ALLIANCE TRUST; THE ROYAL INSTITUTE OF INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS; UCL CONSULTANTS; WRAP |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

## Release History

- 26 Feb 2025 at 15:57 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fc5f35b8-2431-4a4e-b21c-050c0c596c2a
- 26 Feb 2025 at 15:56 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a90c1b0e-c43c-4182-9d54-644409adaf77

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fc5f35b8-2431-4a4e-b21c-050c0c596c2a
  26th February 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a90c1b0e-c43c-4182-9d54-644409adaf77
  26th February 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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