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title: "RDE874 - Protected Sites Strategies - The Camel Catchment evidence review"
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# RDE874 - Protected Sites Strategies - The Camel Catchment evidence review

Buyer: NATURAL ENGLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-aedeee6e-cffc-4431-9a8e-6a4fc7228e80

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## Summary

The procurement process for the contract titled "RDE874 - Protected Sites Strategies - The Camel Catchment evidence review" has been successfully completed with the awarding of the contract. Managed by the UK Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (Defra), with Natural England acting as the buyer, this initiative sought to gather and consolidate vital data for informed decision-making regarding the Camel Catchment Protected Site Strategy. Classified under the CPV code 73200000 for Research and Development consultancy services, the project spans delivery locations including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom. The procurement process used a selective method via a Call-off from a framework agreement. The contract commenced on 8th September 2025 and will run until 31st March 2026, with an awarded value of GBP 41,136. The award notice was published on 30th September 2025.

This tender provides a prime opportunity for businesses involved in research and development consultancy services, particularly those with experience in environmental analysis and strategy development. Companies well-versed in frameworks and selective procurement processes, like Jeremy Benn Associates Limited (JBA Consulting), which was awarded the contract, exemplify the kind of expertise required. The project offers businesses the chance to engage with broader geographical regions, including diverse sites around the world, enhancing their portfolio and reach. While this specific contract was not suited to SMEs or VCSEs, it highlights the strategic opportunities available for businesses able to compete at this level and with the necessary credentials.

## Notice

This contract will contribute to the establishment of the Camel Catchment Protected Site Strategy by consolidating the existing knowledge base for the area to inform how stakeholders coordinate activities to improve habitat condition and species recovery. Contract awarded by Defra.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d501761e-9668-4ec7-b581-a10c5fdce2f7 |
| 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 | 30 Sep 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 7 Sep 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 23 Sep 2025 |
| Contract period | 7 Sep 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £41,136 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £41,136 |
| 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 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 | JEREMY BENN ASSOCIATES LIMITED (T/A JBA CONSULTING |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

## Release History

- 30 Sep 2025 at 12:56 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d501761e-9668-4ec7-b581-a10c5fdce2f7

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d501761e-9668-4ec7-b581-a10c5fdce2f7
  30th September 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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