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title: "RDE861 - Low Frequency Noise Update"
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# RDE861 - Low Frequency Noise Update

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d8eff4aa-9754-4b5c-8f08-3b6d7f683ce5

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "RDE861 - Low Frequency Noise Update" was managed by the Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (Defra). This contract, relevant to the Research and Development Consultancy Services industry category, has completed its award stage. The procurement followed a selective method through a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender period ended on 14th September 2025, with the contract commencing on 15th September 2025 and concluding on 31st May 2026. It covers several delivery locations: British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom. The project, valued at £34,070.56, was awarded to AECOM Ltd and involves a review of existing guidance in light of new evidence.

This tender offers growth opportunities for businesses specialising in research and development consultancy services, particularly those experienced with noise assessment and environmental studies. Although the tender was not specifically geared towards SMEs or VCSE organisations, companies with a strong presence in consultancy and established ties within the environmental sector would find this an attractive opportunity. Additionally, firms with the capability to collaborate with institutions like Salford University and other experts mentioned in the tender documents would have a competitive edge in similar future procurement processes.

## Notice

The project is to cover the following 3 main areas (note: the areas are not mutually exclusive). The existing guidance is to be reviewed in light of any new relevant evidence. The evidence is to be identified in at least two ways: 1. Quick scoping review (QSR) (requirements can be found here) 2. Liaison with relevant experts (as a minimum: Salford University, Richard Collman (if willing), and a practicing EHO) Contract awarded by Defra

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f1748680-bd89-4012-a788-b7e8f92f767a |
| 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 | 23 Sep 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 14 Sep 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 10 Sep 2025 |
| Contract period | 14 Sep 2025 - 31 May 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £34,070 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £34,070 |
| 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 | AECOM |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

## Release History

- 23 Sep 2025 at 09:17 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f1748680-bd89-4012-a788-b7e8f92f767a

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f1748680-bd89-4012-a788-b7e8f92f767a
  23rd September 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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