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title: "RDE1012 - The future of Plastic Infrastructure"
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# RDE1012 - The future of Plastic Infrastructure

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-be61cb66-2c0e-4ccc-a43c-42f88ead8161

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## Summary

The procurement process entitled "RDE1012 - The future of Plastic Infrastructure," led by the Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (Defra) in the UK, focuses on the research and development consultancy services industry. This tender concluded its award stage on 27th January 2026, following the tender period that ended on 8th January 2026. Contracts under this process span from 9th January 2026 to 31st March 2026 and have been awarded to WSP UK Ltd. The process utilised a selective procurement method via a call-off from a framework agreement, with the contract valued at £49,944.51. The scope of delivery spans various global locations, including the UK, Europe, and British Overseas Territories.

This contract presents potential growth opportunities for businesses specialising in research and development consultancy services, especially those interested in shaping public policy related to the plastic reprocessing sector. Although not directly tailored for SMEs or VCSEs, larger corporations with a strong track record in environmental consultancy services are well-suited to engage in similar opportunities, leveraging expertise to influence future industry policies significantly. This competitive engagement reinforces a pathway for sustained growth within the environmentally focused segments of consultancy services.

## Notice

The evidence gathered from this research will inform future policies relating to the domestic plastic reprocessing sector. Contract awarded by Defra.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/49d21a62-1e50-4cc9-a0de-88df5a179d8c |
| 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 | 27 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 8 Jan 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 26 Jan 2026 |
| Contract period | 9 Jan 2026 - 31 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £49,944 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £49,944 |
| 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 | WSP |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

## Release History

- 27 Jan 2026 at 14:07 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/49d21a62-1e50-4cc9-a0de-88df5a179d8c

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/49d21a62-1e50-4cc9-a0de-88df5a179d8c
  27th January 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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