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title: "Reducing Noise from Offshore Wind Piling: A Pilot"
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# Reducing Noise from Offshore Wind Piling: A Pilot

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-9aea210e-0a92-4c09-a127-688886f79dfb

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "Reducing Noise from Offshore Wind Piling: A Pilot" was managed by the Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (DEFRA). The contract, valued at £1,574,364.50, falls under the industry category of research and development services and related consultancy. Covering various global locations including the UK and Europe, the project emphasizes services as its main procurement category. The process employed an open procedure method above the threshold, and the award was concluded on 23rd May 2025, with Seiche Ltd being declared the supplier. The contract period spans from 10th February 2025 to 9th February 2029, inviting small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) but not voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) to participate.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses involved in environmental consultancy, research, and development, particularly those specialising in marine technology and noise reduction solutions. Companies with the capability to innovate within the specified service area will find this project vital for expanding their portfolio. With the open procurement method, the tender was accessible, thus encouraging competitiveness and offering a growth platform for SMEs adept in technological advancements related to offshore wind energy infrastructures.

## Notice

Reducing Noise from Offshore Wind Piling: A Pilot

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0174f7e5-36bd-42db-a3af-90b49eb0351b |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 9 Jun 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 13 Jan 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 22 May 2025 |
| Contract period | 10 Feb 2025 - 9 Feb 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,574,364 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £1,574,364 |
| 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 | SEICHE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 9 Jun 2025 at 08:43 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0174f7e5-36bd-42db-a3af-90b49eb0351b

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0174f7e5-36bd-42db-a3af-90b49eb0351b
  9th June 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/0c334325-b633-4ac8-9604-9636c4b8c881
  Redacted_C29093 - Off shore Pilot Contract_Award_Form

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