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title: "Social Science Evidence for Delivery of Better Agr-Environment Schemes"
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# Social Science Evidence for Delivery of Better Agr-Environment Schemes

Buyer: DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-96bac548-324a-4023-a474-a24d2700d2de

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## Summary

The procurement process is facilitated by the Defra Network eTendering Portal and pertains to the tender titled "Social Science Evidence for Delivery of Better Agr-Environment Schemes." This project falls under the industry category of research and development services, specifically aiming to assess social outcomes within Countryside Stewardship. The contract is active and the procurement method used is an open procedure, below threshold. Important dates include the tender period, which closed on 23rd August 2018, and the contract period, set to commence on 24th September 2018 and end on 31st March 2019. This opportunity is open to businesses located in the United Kingdom and other regions worldwide, including British Overseas Territories and the Channel Islands.

This tender presents excellent opportunities for growth, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) that specialise in research and consultancy services. Companies with expertise in social science methodologies and environmental schemes would be especially well-suited to compete for this contract. Engaging in this project could enable businesses to expand their portfolios and enhance their reputation within the agricultural and environmental sectors.

## Notice

DGC Below OJEU - with selection stage Method development for assessment of social outcomes within Countryside Stewardship. Additional information: Please note that Defra procurement uses an E-tendering system for Procurement activities. This is currently provided by Bravo Solutions. To access appropriate tendering and contractual documents, please access the E-Tendering portal at https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk", ensuring that your registration includes "Defra". If you have any problems with this system, please contact Bravo on their telephone helpline number 0800 368 4850 or by emailing them at help@bravosolution.co.uk.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0c7f3fd8-050a-4dda-85e0-46010436c202 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 11 Oct 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Aug 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 10 Oct 2018 |
| Contract period | 9 Oct 2018 - 31 Mar 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £52,891 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £52,891 |
| 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 | PETERBOROUGH |
| Post town | Peterborough |
| Postcode | PE1 1NG |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH4 Cambridgeshire and Peterborough |
| ITL 3 | TLH41 Peterborough |
| Local authority | Peterborough |
| Electoral ward | Central |
| Westminster constituency | Peterborough |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | UNIVERSITY OF GLOUCESTERSHIRE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 11 Oct 2018 at 11:48 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0c7f3fd8-050a-4dda-85e0-46010436c202
- 25 Jul 2018 at 15:03 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fd628114-d9f1-43b1-84c9-718b89a5dd16

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0c7f3fd8-050a-4dda-85e0-46010436c202
  11th October 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fd628114-d9f1-43b1-84c9-718b89a5dd16
  25th July 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk
  Link to eSourcing Portal
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/58f15370-dd20-471c-97e2-4c8b98f1b744
  Redacted copy of Social Science Evidence for Delivery of Better Agri-Environmental Schemes

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