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title: "NE Target Operating Model"
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# NE Target Operating Model

Buyer: DEFRA  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a82c9b3d-19e9-42f9-b60a-3eacd6a54268

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## Summary

The procurement process led by the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA) has reached the award stage for the "NE Target Operating Model" initiative. This tender involves Phase 1 Detailed Design Support for Natural England, focusing on general management consultancy services. The industry category is services, with work spanning the United Kingdom, British Oversea Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and the Rest of the World. The contract, valued at £249,565, was awarded through a selective procurement method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract period is scheduled to commence on 18th June 2025 and conclude on 31st October 2025, with all processes having been completed by the key deadline of 17th June 2025.

This tender creates opportunities for businesses specialising in management consultancy services, focusing on intricate design frameworks, to collaborate with government departments like Natural England. Firms with expertise in advisory roles for public organisations are well-suited to compete in this high-profile project. However, the suitability criteria indicate a preference for larger entities over SMEs or VCSEs. Despite these specifications, enterprises capable of delivering comprehensive consultancy services on an international scale can leverage this opportunity for significant growth, enhancing their portfolio through collaboration with a prominent government body such as DEFRA.

## Notice

Phase 1 Target Operating Model (TOM) Detailed Design Support for Natural England, with supporting underpinning workstream expertise and guidance.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6f5c15b8-4986-465c-9c4b-4414086e0e1b |
| 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 | 26 Jun 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 17 Jun 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 16 Jun 2025 |
| Contract period | 17 Jun 2025 - 31 Oct 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £249,565 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £249,565 |
| 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 | 1 |
| Supplier names | METHODS BUSINESS AND DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 79411000 - General management consultancy services

## Release History

- 26 Jun 2025 at 08:14 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6f5c15b8-4986-465c-9c4b-4414086e0e1b

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6f5c15b8-4986-465c-9c4b-4414086e0e1b
  26th June 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/9d6334c2-81fa-413f-aea2-cb03399b1326
  Complete_with_Docusign_DDP208_NE_TOM_Change_ (1)_Redacted

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