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title: "RDE911 - An investigation into the effect of international differences in produc"
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# RDE911 - An investigation into the effect of international differences in produc

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-abd1e5ad-f42a-4058-8440-aac4b04df29e

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## Summary

The Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (Defra) has concluded the award phase of a selective procurement process with the title "RDE911 - An investigation into the effect of international differences in production standards." This procurement focuses on research and development consultancy services, aiming to understand the price and competition impacts of production standards between the UK and its trading partners. A call-off from a framework agreement was employed in this procurement, with the award granted to RSK ADAS Limited. The tender is valued at £48,798, covering delivery across numerous regions, including the United Kingdom and other overseas territories. Key dates include the award date on 15th October 2025, with a contract period spanning from 15th October 2025 to 16th March 2026.

This tender represents a significant growth opportunity for large-scale businesses within the research and development sector, particularly those with expertise in examining international market dynamics. Companies like RSK ADAS Limited, which possess a robust infrastructure and experience in competitive analysis and consultancy services, are well-suited to compete in such procurement opportunities. Engaging with similar tenders can position large enterprises to expand their footprint in government contracts and foster partnerships with influential governmental bodies like Defra.

## Notice

To improve our understanding of the price and competition effects of differences in production standards between the UK and the countries which we import goods from. Contract awarded by Defra.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/59837c13-3eab-412d-a959-2566f2f4345a |
| 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 | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Oct 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 14 Oct 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 14 Oct 2025 |
| Contract period | 14 Oct 2025 - 16 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £48,798 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £48,798 |
| 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 | RSK ADAS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

## Release History

- 20 Oct 2025 at 16:19 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/59837c13-3eab-412d-a959-2566f2f4345a

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/59837c13-3eab-412d-a959-2566f2f4345a
  20th October 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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