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title: "RDE646 The Role of Soil Biology in Integrated Pest Management"
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# RDE646 The Role of Soil Biology in Integrated Pest Management

Buyer: NATURAL ENGLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-aa487d23-bbf4-475c-aee8-0490debfbc9d

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## Summary

Natural England has concluded the procurement process for the project titled "RDE646 The Role of Soil Biology in Integrated Pest Management." This project falls under the industry category of research and development consultancy services, focusing on the review of soil biological processes within Integrated Pest Management approaches. The procurement process, which employed a selective method through a call-off from a framework agreement, has reached the award stage. The contract was awarded to Harper Adams University, with the contract period running from 13 October 2024 to 28 March 2025. The total value of the contract is £35,542.20. The project is set to impact various regions including the UK, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, British Overseas Territories, Europe, and beyond.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses involved in research and development services, particularly those specialised in environmental and agricultural consultancy. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) as well as voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are deemed suitable candidates for such projects. By participating, businesses can leverage their expertise to contribute to significant improvements in pest management strategies, potentially opening doors for future collaborations and contracts with public sector organisations such as Natural England. This can enhance business growth by expanding their portfolio and showcasing their capabilities in delivering specialised consultancy services.

## Notice

This project aims to research and write a review of the opportunities for soil biological processes to form part of Integrated Pest Management approaches.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/45dfd8a0-dc68-4563-8ad4-e823c42d2371 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 Mar 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 4 Oct 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 14 Oct 2024 |
| Contract period | 12 Oct 2024 - 28 Mar 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £35,542 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £35,542 |
| 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 | NATURAL ENGLAND |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1P 3JR |
| 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 | HARPER ADAMS UNIVERSITY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

## Release History

- 12 Mar 2025 at 15:41 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/45dfd8a0-dc68-4563-8ad4-e823c42d2371

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/45dfd8a0-dc68-4563-8ad4-e823c42d2371
  12th March 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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