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title: "RDE882 - Aquatrace: Following the flow of data value"
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# RDE882 - Aquatrace: Following the flow of data value

Buyer: ENVIRONMENT AGENCY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c68f19c0-6ad4-4d07-a083-264f8d7f218a

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## Summary

The procurement process, titled "RDE882 - Aquatrace: Following the flow of data value," was conducted by the Environment Agency with support from Defra. This tender falls under the industry category of Research and Development Consultancy Services (CPV 73200000) and aimed to provide economic evidence on the Environment Agency's water environment monitoring service. The process was completed in November 2025, and the contract, valued at GBP 109,717.59, was awarded to ICF Consulting Services Limited. The procurement stage is the 'Award', with the contract period running from 17th November 2025 to 15th April 2026. Delivery locations span from the United Kingdom and the Channel Islands to the British Overseas Territories and beyond. The procurement was conducted using a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement.

This procurement presents a growth opportunity for businesses involved in consultancy services within the research and development sector, especially those specialising in economic evaluations and environmental monitoring services. While the contract has already been awarded, similar future tenders could provide lucrative opportunities for companies adept in delivering specialised consultancy services. Although this opportunity was not marked as specifically suitable for SMEs or VCSEs, businesses in these sectors with relevant expertise could consider positioning themselves for similar opportunities by forming strategic partnerships or enhancing their service offerings to meet such contractual requirements. The engagement with multiple regions also highlights the potential for companies with an international reach or aspirations to expand their market presence.

## Notice

The aim of the project is to provide better economic evidence about the value and benefits of the current Environment Agency (EA) water environment monitoring service. Contract awarded by Defra.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a2555920-c49d-42eb-87e6-367cc8eb7171 |
| 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 | 21 Nov 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Nov 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 20 Nov 2025 |
| Contract period | 17 Nov 2025 - 15 Apr 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £109,717 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £109,717 |
| 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 | ENVIRONMENT AGENCY |
| 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 | ICF CONSULTING SERVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

## Release History

- 21 Nov 2025 at 12:30 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a2555920-c49d-42eb-87e6-367cc8eb7171

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a2555920-c49d-42eb-87e6-367cc8eb7171
  21st November 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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